Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
garambiensis
ID:
195473

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hosok.) H.Ohashi, Tateishi & T

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194802



Common Names

  • Garambi Chamaecrista
  • Garambi
  • Garambi Partridge Pea


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Synonyms

  • Cassia mimosoides pacifica (Ohwi) Tawada [unknown]
  • Cassia mimosoides sensu Shimabuku [deprecated]

Description

Chamaecrista garambiensis (also called Garambi Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Argentina and Chile. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-1.2 m, with a spread of 0.3-1.5 m. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista garambiensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista garambiensis has yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista garambiensis is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.

Where to Find Chamaecrista garambiensis

Chamaecrista garambiensis can be found in the steppes of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, and Russia.

Chamaecrista garambiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista garambiensis?

Chamaecrista garambiensis

What is the common name of Chamaecrista garambiensis?

Garambe's Partridge Pea

What is the habitat of Chamaecrista garambiensis?

It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Takahide Hosokawa (1909-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hosok.' in the authors string.
Yoichi Tateishi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tateishi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:945717-1: Based on the initial data import