The HD 50499 System
HD 50499 is a planetary system in the constellation Puppis hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 151 light-years from Earth.
HD 50499: Star and Habitable Zone
HD 50499
- Surface temperature
- 6,102 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.25 M☉
- Radius
- 1.35 R☉
- Age
- 2.4 billion years (Sun: 4.6)
Habitable zone of HD 50499: 1.109–2.592 AU (conservative: 1.404–2.457 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the HD 50499 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD 50499 b | Cold Gas Giant | 2,447 d | — | 0.21 | 2005 |
| HD 50499 c | Cold Gas Giant | 8,620 d | — | 0.10 | 2019 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, HD 50499 b, was discovered in 2005 using the radial velocity method. The most recent addition, HD 50499 c, followed in 2019.
- 2005 — HD 50499 b (Radial Velocity)
- 2019 — HD 50499 c (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About HD 50499
How many planets does HD 50499 have?
HD 50499 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the HD 50499 system habitable?
None of the known planets in HD 50499 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is HD 50499?
HD 50499 is about 151 light-years from Earth in the constellation Puppis.
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