Arachis hypogaea Peanut (Leguminosae)

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Arachis hypogaea
Peanut
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The Arachis hypogaea plant species is found in S. America. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Peanut.

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Latin Name:  Arachis hypogaea
Common Name:  Peanut
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild state.

Propagation Notes: Seed - pre-soak for 12 hours in warm water and sow the seed in mid spring in a warm greenhouse. Germination should take place within 2 weeks. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots of fairly rich soil and grow them on fast, planting them out after the last expected frosts and giving them some protection (such as a cloche) until they have settled down and are growing well.

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