Life Span
Annual
Perennial
Origin
South America
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
Runner Peanuts, Virginia Peanuts, Spanish Peanuts
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
Warmer regions
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
5-9
Sunset Zone
-
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Clump-Forming
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Yellow
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Tan, Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Yellow
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green, Gray Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Green, Gray Green
Yellow
Leaf Color in Winter
Green, Gray Green
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Plant Season
Spring
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun
The pH of Soil
Acidic
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Where to Plant?
Ground, Pot
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Water daily during growing season, Water more in summer
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
-
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
5-10-10 fertilizer, High amounts of nutrients, Magnesium, Phosphorous, Potassium
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Red blotch
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Yes
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
-
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Flying insects, Insects
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
Abdominal pain, Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Diarrhea, Eczema, Itchiness, Low blood pressure, sneezing, Swelling, Urticaria
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
-
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
Good for skin, Skin Problems
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Colon Cancer, Coronary diseases, Energy, Fertility, Fights Depression, Gallbladder Diseases, Heart problems, Infections, Minerals, Nerve pain, Regulates Blood Sugar, Stomach Cancer
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
Seeds
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
For making oil, Used As Food, Used for producing cooking oil, Used in salads
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Edible, Herb / Vegetable, Tropical
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
ARACHIS hypogaea
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Peanut
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In German
Erdnuss
Pekannuss
In French
Cacahuète
Pacanier
In Spanish
Maní
Carya illinoinensis
In Greek
Αράπικο φιστίκι
Pecan
In Portuguese
Amendoim
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
Arachid
Orzesznik jadalny
Phylum
Vascular plant
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Fabales
Juglandales
Family
Fabaceae
Juglandaceae
Genus
Arachis
Carya Nutt.
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Tribe
Dalbergieae
Juglandeae
Subfamily
Faboideae
Juglandoideae
Properties of Peanut and Pecan
Wondering what are the properties of Peanut and Pecan? We provide you with everything About Peanut and Pecan. Peanut doesn't have thorns and Pecan doesn't have thorns. Also Peanut does not have fragrant flowers. Peanut has allergic reactions like Abdominal pain, Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Diarrhea, Eczema, Itchiness, Low blood pressure, sneezing, Swelling and Urticaria and Pecan has allergic reactions like Abdominal pain, Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Diarrhea, Eczema, Itchiness, Low blood pressure, sneezing, Swelling and Urticaria. Compare all the properties and characteristics of these two plants. Find out which of these plant can be used as indoor plant. If you are interested to decorate your house and garden, find out aesthetic uses, compare them and select the plant which will beautify your surrounding. Along with beautification, try comparing medicinal and edible uses of Peanut and Pecan and you can choose the plant having best and most benefits.
Season and Care of Peanut and Pecan
Season and care of Peanut and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Peanut and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Peanut season is Spring and Pecan season is Spring. The type of soil for Peanut is Sandy and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Peanut is Acidic and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Peanut and Pecan Physical Information
Peanut and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Peanut height is 45.72 cm and width 91.44 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Peanut and Pecan are as follows:
Peanut flower color: Yellow
Peanut leaf color: Yellow
Pecan flower color: Yellow and Green
- Pecan leaf color: Green
Care of Peanut and Pecan
Care of Peanut and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Peanut pruning is done and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Peanut needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.