Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
absus
ID:
215316

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 664 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214645



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista absus
  • Absus Partridge-pea
  • Absus Chamaecrista


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Synonyms

  • Cassia absus Sesse & Moc. [unknown]
  • Grimaldia absus (L.) Link [valid]
  • Senna absus (L.) Roxb. [valid]
  • Senna quadrifolia Burm. [unknown]
  • Cassia foliolis L. [unknown]
  • Cassia absus L. [valid]
  • Grimaldia absus (L.) Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Chamaecrista absus (also called False Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has an upright habit and grows up to 1 m tall. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and small, round, yellow-green fruits. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is often found in woodland margins and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista absus is used as an ornamental plant for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaecrista absus var. meonandra (H.S.Irwin & Barneby) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista absus var. absus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista absus has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista absus is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 4-5 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Chamaecrista absus

Chamaecrista absus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Chamaecrista absus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista absus?

Chamaecrista absus

What is the growth habit of Chamaecrista absus?

It is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.3–1 m (1 ft 0 in–3 ft 3 in).

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista absus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal east to Turkey and Syria.

Species in the Chamaecrista genus

Chamaecrista comosa, Chamaecrista grantii, Chamaecrista kirkii, Chamaecrista nigricans, Chamaecrista stricta, Chamaecrista rotundifolia, Chamaecrista usambarensis, Chamaecrista nictitans, Chamaecrista chrysosepala, Chamaecrista didyma, Chamaecrista glischrodes, Chamaecrista hatschbachii, Chamaecrista incurvata, Chamaecrista onusta, Chamaecrista aspidiifolia, Chamaecrista bahiae, Chamaecrista calycioides, Chamaecrista chamaecristoides, Chamaecrista deeringiana, Chamaecrista desvauxii, Chamaecrista diphylla, Chamaecrista flexuosa, Chamaecrista glandulosa, Chamaecrista greggii, Chamaecrista lineata, Chamaecrista obcordata, Chamaecrista pedicellaris, Chamaecrista pilosa, Chamaecrista portoricensis, Chamaecrista pygmaea, Chamaecrista roraimae, Chamaecrista rufa, Chamaecrista serpens, Chamaecrista supplex, Chamaecrista trichopoda, Chamaecrista adiantifolia, Chamaecrista anceps, Chamaecrista aristata, Chamaecrista atroglandulosa, Chamaecrista basifolia, Chamaecrista boyanii, Chamaecrista bucherae, Chamaecrista compitalis, Chamaecrista cordistipula, Chamaecrista coriacea, Chamaecrista cuprea, Chamaecrista cavalcantina, Chamaecrista choriophylla, Chamaecrista cathartica, Chamaecrista catharticoides,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.