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8165749 
Journal Article 
Arachis hypogaea mine of essential nutrients and hytonutrients 
Chauhan, R; Ruby, KM; Shori, A; Dwivedi, J 
2012 
15 
1 
99-104 
English 
Arachis hypogaea belonging to legume family Fabaceae is found all over world. It is a rich source of niacin, protein, lipids, fatty acids, folate, fiber, magnesium, vitamin E, manganese, phosphorus, stilbenephytoalexins, stilbenoids, p-coumaric acid and polyphenols like β-Sitosterol, stigmesterol and campesterol. Arachis hypogaea is a good example of symbiotic association for nitrogen fixation. Peanuts are the host of fungi Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus are of particular agricultural significance due to their ability to produce carcinogenic aflatoxins. 
Arachis hypogaea; Aspergillus; Polyphenols; Stilbenoids; Symbiotic association