Costa Rica's leading English language newspaper provides information on growing peanuts at home.
Peanuts are a nearly complete food, containing high amounts of pantothenic acid (B5), vitamins E, A, B1, B2, calcium, phosphorus, iron, oil, and protein.
Native to the tropical Americas, peanuts are well adapted to Costa Rica's climate and remain a popular food in the region, known as maní in Costa Rica or cacahuate in Mexico.
Peanuts have unique reproduction traits, making them an interesting plant to grow.
Peanuts are nearly a complete food, containing more pantothenic acid (B5) than any other food except liver.
Author's summary: Growing peanuts in Costa Rica can be a rewarding experience.