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amendoim

Arachis hypogaea

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (13 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Arachis hypogaea (amendoim)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cocos

French cacahuète

German Erdnuß

Portuguese amendoim

Arabic ful sudane

Turkish Yerfistigi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of amendoim?

The scientific name of amendoim is Arachis hypogaea. It belongs to the genus Arachis.

Where does amendoim live?

amendoim is found in Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (13 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Algeria, Angola, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC).

What family does amendoim belong to?

amendoim (Arachis hypogaea) belongs to the genus Arachis, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does amendoim belong to?

amendoim (Arachis hypogaea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of amendoim?

The closest relatives of amendoim in the genus Arachis include amendoim-do-campo-baixo, pinto peanut.