Taxon

Arachis hypogaea

Arachis hypogaea - Aapneut, Grondboontjie, Groundnut, Peanut
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Common name: Aapneut, Grondboontjie, Groundnut, Peanut
Family: Fabaceae (Pea)
Distribution: South America
IUCN Red list: Not evaluated
National red list: Not Evaluated
Comments: Peanuts can be eaten raw, used in recipes, made into oils, textile materials, and peanut butter, as well as many other uses. The way that peanuts are used varies by region. For instance, the peanuts imported to the EU are primarily used for snacks, confectionery and bakery products, whereas the largest use in India is for the production of peanut oil.
Links: Red List of South African Plants • Wikipedia

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