Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
astrochiton
ID:
179240

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 650 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178569



Common Names

  • Astrochiton Partridge Pea
  • Astrochiton Sensitive Pea
  • Astrochiton Cassia


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Description

Chamaecrista astrochiton (also called Star-Shaped Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Americas, from the United States to Argentina. It grows in open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista astrochiton is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Chamaecrista astrochiton has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: Chamaecrista astrochiton has small, black seeds. Seedlings: Chamaecrista astrochiton seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista astrochiton can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be placed in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Chamaecrista astrochiton

Chamaecrista astrochiton is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Chamaecrista astrochiton FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista astrochiton?

Chamaecrista astrochiton

What is the common name of Chamaecrista astrochiton?

Star-spotted sensitive pea

What is the family of Chamaecrista astrochiton?

Fabaceae

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

IPNI record: 910211-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001057216
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13048695: Originally associated with wfo-0001057216
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13048695: Originally associated with wfo-0001057216
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.