Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
catapodia
ID:
179377

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 659 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178706



Common Names

  • Partridge Pea
  • Sensitive Pea
  • Wild Sensitive Pea


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Description

Chamaecrista catapodia (also called Cat-Foot Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can grow up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, sandy soils. It has yellow flowers with a white center and narrow, cat-foot shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista catapodia is used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista catapodia is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista catapodia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season. Prune the plant in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Chamaecrista catapodia

Chamaecrista catapodia is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and roadsides.

Chamaecrista catapodia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista catapodia?

Chamaecrista catapodia

What is the common name of Chamaecrista catapodia?

Cat's Foot Partridge Pea

Where is Chamaecrista catapodia found?

It is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Virginia.

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: 910235-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001057256
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13048825: Originally associated with wfo-0001057256
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13048825: Originally associated with wfo-0001057256
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.