Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brachystachya
ID:
1285088

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Conc., L.P.Queiroz & G.P.Lewis

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol.270: 204 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284426



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista brachystachya
  • Brachystachya Chamaecrista
  • Brachystachya Spiderling


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Description

Chamaecrista brachystachya (also called Short-Spiked Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has small yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It grows in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista brachystachya is used as a medicinal plant, for fodder and as a soil ameliorant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chamaecrista brachystachya are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista brachystachya is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Chamaecrista brachystachya

Chamaecrista brachystachya is native to Central America and can be found in the countries of Guatemala and Honduras.

Chamaecrista brachystachya FAQ

What is the common name of Chamaecrista brachystachya?

Short-Spike Cassia

What is the natural range of Chamaecrista brachystachya?

Central America

What type of soil does Chamaecrista brachystachya prefer?

Moist, well-drained soils

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.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Adilva de Souza Conceição (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Conc.' in the authors string.