Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dunensis
ID:
184139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.8: 457 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183468



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista Dunensis
  • Dun's Sensitive Pea
  • Dun's Sensitive Plant


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Description

Chamaecrista dunensis (also called Dun Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista dunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista dunensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow-green center. Its seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista dunensis is an annual herb native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -2°C (28°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Chamaecrista dunensis

Chamaecrista dunensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Chamaecrista dunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista dunensis?

Chamaecrista dunensis

What is the common name of Chamaecrista dunensis?

Dun Chamaecrista

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista dunensis?

Chamaecrista dunensis is found in dry grassland and scrubland in South Africa.

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