Contains 2 accepted taxa overall.
Characteristics
Classification
Citation
ARACHIS Linnaeus, Sp. Pl. 741. 1753.
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TYPE: Arachis hypogaea Linnaeus
Species
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Herbarium Specimens | Status | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arachis glabrata | GRASSNUT | Not Native | ||
| Arachis hypogaea | PEANUT | Not Native |
[Family identification key]
1. Rhizomatous perennial; petiole 2-3.5 cm long; corolla 1.5-2 cm long
1. Tap-rooted annual; petiole 5-10 cm long; corolla 1-1.5 cm long
Genus Synonyms
| Synonym | Full Citation | Basionym | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arachidna | Arachidna Boehmer, in Ludwig, Def. Gen. Pl., ed. 3. 255. 1760. | TYPE: = Arachis Linnaeus 1753. | |
| Mundubi | Mundubi Adanson, Fam. Pl. 2: 323, 579. 1763. | TYPE: = Arachis Linnaeus 1753. |