Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
basifolia
ID:
178993

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 733 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178322



Common Names

  • Basifolia Partridge Pea
  • Basal-Leaved Partridge Pea
  • Basal-Leaf Partridge Pea


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Synonyms

  • Cassia basifolia aristulata Hassl. [valid]
  • Cassia basifolia Vogel [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista basifolia (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 basifolia 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 basifolia 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 basifolia 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 basifolia should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Chamaecrista basifolia

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

Chamaecrista basifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista basifolia?

Chamaecrista basifolia

What is the common name of Chamaecrista basifolia?

Basifolia Partridge Pea

What is the family of Chamaecrista basifolia?

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

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.