The contribution of Arachis pintoi as a ground cover in some farming systems of Tropical America
1994
De la Cruz, R. | Suarez, S. | Ferguson, J.E.
While A. pintoi is still a novel species under evaluation, principally for its utility as a forage, it has shown high potential as a cover crop in coffee, banana, oil palm, macadamia, and hearts of palm. Preliminary research has indicated its general capacity for weed control, as well as nematode control in tomatoes and coffee. A high potential for nitrogen fixation is indicated because 64 percent of its N is fixed from the atmosphere. Use as an ornamental in urban areas is increasing. Farmers appear to be quick to recognize the wide range of nonforage uses, such as ground cover, weed control, soil protection and improvement, and contributions to integrated pest management. The nontwining habit of A. pintoi is an additional advantage compared with some other tropical legumes. The main difficulty exposed to date is slow establishment and the possibility of competition for nutrients in some situations.
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