Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
1306336

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.J.Silva & A.O.Souza

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.40: 157 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318790



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista floribunda
  • Floribunda Tree
  • Floribunda Palm


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Description

Chamaecrista floribunda (also called Floribund Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. This plant is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall, with opposite leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista floribunda has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista floribunda is an annual or perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Chamaecrista floribunda

Chamaecrista floribunda can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Chamaecrista floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista floribunda?

Chamaecrista floribunda

What are the common names of Chamaecrista floribunda?

Floribunda Partridge Pea, Floribunda Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista floribunda?

It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina

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

Marcos José da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Silva' in the authors string.
Alessandro Oliveira de Souza: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.O.Souza' in the authors string.