They were cultivated for the first time around 1867 in Aegina and then spread to other areas of Greece such as Megara, Salamina, Evia and Fthiotida. In 1996-97, with an announcement in the government newspaper, they are registered as a PDO product (protected designation of origin).

They stand out both for their taste, their special green color but also for their rose hull. A portion of peanuts contains several nutrients, vitamin B6, thiamine, copper, magnesium and phosphorus.

• Due to the high quality of potassium helps reduce cortisol (stress hormone).
• They improve vision and protect the eyes from macular degeneration.
• They strengthen the body's immune system because of the vitamins they contain.
• If you put peanuts in your diet you will see positive results in terms of indigestion, diarrhea and constipation.
• Researches has shown that it is a very good ally of the heart as they reduce "bad" cholesterol in the blood