Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
almanegra
ID:
1549452

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.M.Trujillo, Londoño-Ech. & Idarraga

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 74(1): 79 (2022)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000029658



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista almanegra
  • Almanegra Chamaecrista
  • Almanegra's Chamaecrista


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Description

Chamaecrista almanegra (also called Almanegra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae, native to South America. It is an annual herb, growing to 10–20 cm tall, with small, green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista almanegra is used as an ornamental plant and for timber and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista almanegra is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, yellow, and have a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista almanegra is a slow-growing, terrestrial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Chamaecrista almanegra

Chamaecrista almanegra can be found in the tropical forests of South America

Chamaecrista almanegra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista almanegra?

Chamaecrista almanegra

What is the family of Chamaecrista almanegra?

Fabaceae

Where is Chamaecrista almanegra found?

Mexico

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