Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
comosa
ID:
164351

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 160 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163680



Common Names

  • Partridge Pea
  • Wild Sensitive Plant
  • Sensitive Partridge Pea


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Synonyms

  • Cassia comosa (E.Mey.) Vogel [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista comosa (also called Foetid Cassia, among many other common names) is an annual plant with a height of up to 1 meter. It has a woody stem and its leaves are pinnate. It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista comosa is a medicinal plant used in Ayurvedic and traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaecrista comosa var. capricornia (Steyaert) Lock
Chamaecrista comosa var. comosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista comosa is a yellow, pea-like flower with a yellow banner. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista comosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It can also be propagated by division of the root clump.

Where to Find Chamaecrista comosa

Chamaecrista comosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Africa.

Chamaecrista comosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista comosa?

Chamaecrista comosa

What is the common name of Chamaecrista comosa?

Foxtail Partridge Pea

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista comosa?

Dry open woods and thickets

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