Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chiquitana
ID:
1244017

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Brittonia51: 337 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243355



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista chiquitana
  • Chiquitana Chamaecrista
  • Chamaecrista Chiquitana


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Description

Chamaecrista chiquitana (also called 'Chiquitana Chamaecrista', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a single stem and its leaves are alternate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista chiquitana is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in a variety of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista chiquitana has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista chiquitana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Bolivia and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is usually done through seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is low maintenance and requires only occasional watering.

Where to Find Chamaecrista chiquitana

Chamaecrista chiquitana can be found in Bolivia.

Chamaecrista chiquitana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista chiquitana?

Chamaecrista chiquitana

What is the family of Chamaecrista chiquitana?

Fabaceae

What are the common names of Chamaecrista chiquitana?

Chiquitana Sensitive Pea

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