Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aristata
ID:
178991

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 683 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178320



Common Names

  • Partridge Pea
  • Goat's Rue
  • Wild Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cassia aristata Benth. [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista aristata (also called False Adiantum, among many other common names) is a small shrub or subshrub native to tropical regions of South America. It has yellow flowers and pinnately compound leaves. It typically grows in disturbed areas, open woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista aristata is used for ornamental purposes, as a shade tree, and as a windbreak. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista aristata has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small, flat and dark brown. Its seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista aristata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Chamaecrista aristata should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Chamaecrista aristata

Chamaecrista aristata is native to the Amazon region of South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Chamaecrista aristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista aristata?

Chamaecrista aristata

What is the common name of Chamaecrista aristata?

Aristate Chamaecrista

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista aristata?

Chamaecrista aristata is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' 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.