Peanut (Arachis hypogaea)
Peanut, also known as Goober, Pindar
The peanut (Arachis hypogaea) is an annual legume that typically reaches heights of 46 to 61 cm. This plant features golden yellow blossoms in the spring, which, after pollination, lead to the development of seeds beneath the soil. Peanuts are primarily cultivated for their nutritious seeds, which are used in various foods and for producing peanut oil.
Key Facts About Peanut
Attributes of Peanut
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
23 cm to 46 cm
Spread
23 cm to 45 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Orange
Scientific Classification of Peanut
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Fabales
Family
Legume
Genus
Arachis
Species
Peanut
Toxicity
Ingestion, skin contact, inhalation