Peanut plants exhibit an unusual growth pattern, as they flower above ground but produce fruit below the surface. This characteristic has earned peanuts, originally from South America, the nickname "ground nuts".
Around 40 days after being planted, the peanut plants showcase delicate yellow blossoms, primarily located on the lower portion of the plant. These blooms, which are self-pollinating, only last for a brief period before withering away, revealing nascent ovaries referred to as "pegs".
However, the peculiarities don't end there. As the petals of the blossoms wilt, the stems of the pegs begin to bend downward, causing the pegs to descend into the soil.
Once underground, these pegs gradually transform into pods, each containing a pair of seeds – commonly known as peanuts.
The entire growth cycle, from planting to the point of harvest readiness, spans approximately five months.
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