{"product_id":"arachis-hypogaea-peanut-plant","title":"Arachis hypogaea (Földimogyoró növény)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArachis hypogaea\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003ePeanut Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique plant that produces flowers above the ground, but its fruits, the peanuts, develop underground, a phenomenon known as geocarpy. This interesting feature makes peanuts a botanical curiosity and a popular subject of study in agriculture. Considering this characteristic, the botanist Carl Linnaeus gave peanuts the specific name hypogaea, which means \"under the earth\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeanuts belong to the botanical family Fabaceae (or Leguminosae), commonly known as the legume, bean, or pea family. Like most other legumes, peanuts host symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria in root nodules. The ability to fix nitrogen means peanuts require less nitrogen-containing fertilizer and improve soil fertility, making them valuable in crop rotations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeanuts are valued for their high content of proteins, healthy fats, B-complex vitamins, and essential minerals, making them a nutritious snack and a versatile ingredient in cooking. The plant needs a warm climate and well-drained soil to thrive, preferring regions with long, warm summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn gardening, Arachis hypogaea can be grown as an interesting and educational addition, offering home gardens not only useful fruits but also the opportunity to observe a fascinating growth cycle. This plant is relatively easy to grow and can be a satisfying source of home harvest, adding value and diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAppearance of leaves, flowers, and fruits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves\u003c\/strong\u003e: The leaves are compound, paripinnate, made up of 2-3 pairs of oval leaflets, of a \u003cstrong\u003emedium green\u003c\/strong\u003e color, measuring 3-7 cm long. They are arranged alternately on the stems, with a smooth texture and entire edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: The flowers are small, yellow, typical of legumes, with butterfly-shaped petals, 1-1.5 cm long. They appear in \u003cstrong\u003eJune-July\u003c\/strong\u003e at the leaf axils, being self-fertile but can attract bees for pollination. After pollination, the flower stalk (called a “peg”) elongates and penetrates the soil, where the fruits form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruits\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fruits are underground pods, 2-6 cm long, with a woody, yellowish shell, containing 1-4 seeds (peanuts). The seeds are oval, covered by a thin, reddish shell, and are rich in oil (40-50%) and proteins (20-30%). Harvesting occurs at \u003cstrong\u003e90-150 days\u003c\/strong\u003e after planting, depending on the variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrowth characteristics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight and width\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grows up to \u003cstrong\u003e30-60 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e60-90 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, with an upright or trailing habit depending on the variety (e.g., “Virginia” varieties are upright, “Runner” are trailing).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigor\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003eModerately fast\u003c\/strong\u003e growth, with branched, slightly hairy stems. The root system is taprooted, with nodules that fix nitrogen, enriching the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Annual herbaceous plant, grown in 4-5 month cycles, sensitive to frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrowing conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e (6-8 hours\/day) for optimal development and maximum yield. Shade reduces flowering and pod formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires \u003cstrong\u003eloose, well-drained\u003c\/strong\u003e soil, preferably sandy or loamy, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.8-7). Compact or heavy clay soils hinder the penetration of the pegs into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water \u003cstrong\u003eregularly\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged, especially during flowering and pod formation (July-August). Reduce watering towards the end of the cycle to facilitate harvesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grows well at \u003cstrong\u003e20-30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, sensitive to temperatures below \u003cstrong\u003e10°C\u003c\/strong\u003e or above \u003cstrong\u003e35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Hardy in \u003cstrong\u003ezones 8-11\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring a warm season of at least 120 frost-free days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCare and resistance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sensitive to frost and prolonged drought. Resistant to some fungal diseases but can be affected by \u003cstrong\u003eleaf mold\u003c\/strong\u003e (Cercospora) or \u003cstrong\u003eroot rot\u003c\/strong\u003e (Rhizoctonia). Attracts pollinators but is not resistant to deer or rodents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apply a fertilizer low in nitrogen (e.g., 5-10-15) at planting and during flowering, as the plant fixes nitrogen naturally. Excess nitrogen promotes foliage at the expense of pods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Does not require pruning, but remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients and space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can be affected by aphids, mites, caterpillars, or nematodes. Use organic insecticides and crop rotation for prevention. Inspect for mold or leaf spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Propagated by \u003cstrong\u003eseeds\u003c\/strong\u003e (raw, unroasted peanuts), planted 5-7 cm deep, spaced 15-20 cm apart, in spring after the soil reaches 18°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Harvest when leaves begin to yellow (September-October), lifting the plant with a fork. Dry the pods for 2-4 weeks in a well-ventilated place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArachis hypogaea (Peanut Plant)\u003c\/strong\u003e is grown for its \u003cstrong\u003eedible seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e, consumed raw, roasted, in peanut butter, oil, sweets, or fodder. It is an important source of \u003cstrong\u003eproteins, healthy fats, and vitamins\u003c\/strong\u003e (E, B). The plant is used in \u003cstrong\u003efarm gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efarms\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003etest crops\u003c\/strong\u003e in home gardens, being attractive for its nitrogen-fixing ability. It pairs well with corn or cotton in crop rotations. In landscaping, it is rarely used ornamentally but can serve as an educational element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"auto\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNative to \u003cstrong\u003eSouth America\u003c\/strong\u003e, Arachis hypogaea was domesticated 7,000-8,000 years ago by the indigenous peoples of Bolivia and Paraguay. It spread to Africa, Asia, and North America during colonization, becoming today the second most important oil legume after soy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 20 cm\u003cbr\u003ePot diameter: 12 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"12 cm pot","offer_id":49627501297990,"sku":"","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"HUF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/arachis-hypogaea-peanuts.jpg?v=1715241151","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-hu\/products\/arachis-hypogaea-peanut-plant","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}