Amphicarpaea bracteata (hog-peanut or ground bean) is an annual to perennial vine in the legume family, native to woodland, thickets, and moist slopes in eastern North America.
Family:
Fabaceae (Pea)
Height:
Vining, 1-5 feet
Leaves:
Compound leaves in groups of 3, have pointed tip and rounded base. Forms a vine that will wrap around neighboring plants.
Flower:
Purple, white, or two-toned flower with 5 lobes; form in clusters
Bloom time:
July-September
Nicknames:
Hog Peanut
Habitat:
Woodlands, thickets
Wildlife Benefits:
Grouse and pheasants feed on the fruit.
Can I plant this in my garden?
Not commonly cultivated in home gardens.
References:
https://www.minnesotawildflowers.info/flower/american-hog-peanut
https://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/savanna/plants/hog_peanut.html
Family | Fabaceae |
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Habit | Forb, Vine |
Origin | native |
Life cycle | perennial |
Flower | multicolored, purple, white |
Bloom time | (7) July, (8) August, (9) September |
*sites | Lake Phalen, Snail Lake |