Arachis hypogaea
Peanut
Arachis hypogaea, commonly known as the peanut or groundnut, is a versatile legume valued for both nutrition and medicine. Beyond its protein-rich seeds, it possesses therapeutic properties, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Traditionally, its oils and extracts are utilized to support skin health and cardiovascular wellness in various cultures.
- Scientific name: Arachis hypogaea
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, the medicinal specimen is identified by its genus, Arachis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Arachis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Arachis hypogaea, is recognized by various common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is called 花生, while in Polish, it is referred to as orzacha podziemna. Local names also vary significantly, such as Kakuett inlb, Kacang brol in jv, and Kakahuete in eu.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| lb | Kakuett | Wikidata |
| zh | 花生 | Wikidata |
| jv | Kacang brol | Wikidata |
| eu | Kakahuete | Wikidata |
| pl | orzacha podziemna | Wikidata |
| qu | Inchik | Wikidata |
| bs | Kikiriki | Wikidata |
| ta | நிலக்கடலை | Wikidata |
| ms | kacang tanah | Wikidata |
| hu | földimogyoró | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be observed within the borders of Great Britain. Moving toward the southeast, the species is also documented in Bulgaria. Its range extends into Eastern Europe, where it is found in Belarus and the Krym region. Finally, the plant is distributed throughout Central European Russia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Belarus | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Krym | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Ukraine | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Arachis hypogaea, is highly valued for its nutrient-dense components, particularly its groundnut seeds. These seeds serve as the primary source of both dietary fats and essential proteins, making them a staple in various global cuisines. Within the chemical composition of these seeds, seed storage globulins play a crucial role, acting as the main protein fraction that provides vital amino acids necessary for biological functions.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed storage globulins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Groundnut seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Arachis hypogaea has 51 reported phytochemicals identified across 58 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include resveratrol, Resveratrol, aflatoxin B1, aflatoxins, 2-methoxyl-3-(3-indolyl)-propionic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 51
- Scientific sources
- 58
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| resveratrol | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Resveratrol | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| aflatoxin B1 | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aflatoxins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-methoxyl-3-(3-indolyl)-propionic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,7-dihydroxychromone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aflatoxins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Al | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| As | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Asp-Trp-Arg | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Arachis hypogaea has 5 reported activities identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antitumor, Antioxidant, Cardioprotective, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardioprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Arachis hypogaea has 25 reported medicinal uses identified across 27 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include atherosclerosis, cancer, Antidiabetic, abiotic stress, aflatoxins.
- Total uses
- 25
- Scientific sources
- 27
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| atherosclerosis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abiotic stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aflatoxins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| allergy | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant effects | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cell death | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chymotrypsin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |