Wild Jungle Peanut Seeds (Arachis hypogaea) – Rare heirloom peanuts with striped shells and rich, earthy flavor. Grown in the Amazon and packed with nutrients—high in protein and ideal for roasting or raw snacking.
Minimum: 10+ Seeds
Experience the origin of the peanut with Wild Jungle Peanuts, a rare and sacred heirloom variety traditionally grown in the Amazon rainforest. These striped beauties feature elongated pods and nuts with golden skin and bold, earthy flavor. Naturally high in protein and essential minerals, Jungle Peanuts are low in aflatoxins, making them a sought-after superfood for raw diets, roasting, or grinding into rich nut butter.
Why You’ll Love It:
🌰 Bold, Wild Flavor – Deep, earthy, slightly sweet—no bitterness
🌿 Heirloom Genetics – One of the oldest known peanut varieties
💪 Superfood Nutrients – High in protein, magnesium, zinc, and healthy fats
🔥 Low Aflatoxin Risk – Naturally resistant to harmful mold
🌎 Cultural Treasure – Grown by Indigenous farmers in the Amazon for centuries
Quick Growing Info:
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
📅 Days to Maturity: 100–130 days
🌱 Plant Type: Low bush, ground-hugging
📏 Plant Spread: 12–18 inches
🌾 Soil Preference: Well-drained, sandy, slightly acidic
🚫 Frost Sensitive: Yes—warm weather only!
Growing Tips:
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Sow after danger of frost, when soil has warmed to 70°F+
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Loosen soil deeply—peanuts form underground pods
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Water regularly but avoid soggy soil
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Hill up soil around the base of the plant once flowers form
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Harvest when leaves yellow and pods begin to dry
Perfect For:
🌿 Permaculture and organic gardeners
🌾 Homesteaders seeking resilient protein crops
🥜 Nut enthusiasts and heirloom collectors
🥗 Raw food and whole food diet lovers
🌎 Biodiverse gardens honoring Indigenous plants
🍽 Eat Like the Rainforest—Grow Ancient Goodness.
Wild Jungle Peanuts are more than a snack—they’re a living piece of Amazonian agricultural history. Grow your own and enjoy a clean, nutritious, and sustainable alternative to commercial peanuts. Whether roasted to perfection or eaten raw, every bite brings you closer to the roots of one of humanity’s most fascinating food crops.
👉 Unleash the wild in your garden and kitchen. 🌰🌿