Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chrysosepala
ID:
175550

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174879



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista chrysosepala
  • Golden-sepaled Partridge Pea
  • Golden-sepaled Sensitive Pea


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Description

Chamaecrista chrysosepala (also called Golden-sepal Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista chrysosepala has been used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista chrysosepala has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are slender, with dark green leaves and yellow-green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista chrysosepala is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Chamaecrista chrysosepala

Chamaecrista chrysosepala can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Chamaecrista chrysosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista chrysosepala?

Chamaecrista chrysosepala

What are the common names of Chamaecrista chrysosepala?

Golden-sepal Chamaecrista

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista chrysosepala?

Dry tropical forests

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.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:54402-2: Based on the initial data import