Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
fagonioides
ID:
179415

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 661 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178744



Common Names

  • Fagonioides Cassia
  • Fagonioides Partridge Pea
  • Fagonioides Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cassia fagonioides Vogel [valid]
  • Cassia hispidula fagonioides (Vogel) Benth. [valid]
  • Grimaldia fagonioides (Vogel) Pittier [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista fagonioides (also called Fagon's Sensitive Pea, among many other common names) is a small annual herb that grows up to 40 cm in height. It has trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in dry open woods, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista fagonioides is used as a medicinal plant, for fodder, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaecrista fagonioides var. macrocalyx (H.S.Irwin & Barneby) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista fagonioides var. fagonioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista fagonioides is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista fagonioides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Chamaecrista fagonioides

Chamaecrista fagonioides can be found in the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Chamaecrista fagonioides FAQ

What are the common names of Chamaecrista fagonioides?

Fagonioides, Fagonia

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista fagonioides?

Chamaecrista fagonioides is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What are the uses of Chamaecrista fagonioides?

Chamaecrista fagonioides is used for its medicinal properties and as an ornamental plant.

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.
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.