Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
duckeana
ID:
179033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.Bezerra & A.Fern.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 861 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178362



Common Names

  • Ducke's Partridge Pea
  • Ducke Partridge Pea
  • Ducke's Sensitive Partridge Pea


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Synonyms

  • Cassia duckeana P.Bezerra & A.Fern. [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista duckeana (also called False Adiantum, among many other common names) is a small shrub or subshrub native to tropical regions of South America. It has yellow flowers and pinnately compound leaves. It typically grows in disturbed areas, open woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista duckeana is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a fertilizer for soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista duckeana is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista duckeana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Chamaecrista duckeana should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Chamaecrista duckeana

Chamaecrista duckeana is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Chamaecrista duckeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista duckeana?

Chamaecrista duckeana

What is the common name of Chamaecrista duckeana?

Ducke's Partridge Pea

What is the family of Chamaecrista duckeana?

Fabaceae

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.
Abílio Fernandes (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fern.' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.
Prisco Bezerra (1913-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Bezerra' in the authors string.