Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gonoclada
ID:
1513310

Status:
valid

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

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 702 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002241



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista Gonoclada
  • Gonoclada Chamaecrista
  • Gonoclada Chamaecrista Tree


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Description

Chamaecrista gonoclada (also called Gonoclada Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is found in the Philippines. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It grows in tropical rainforest and in open forest.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista gonoclada has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and pain. It is also used as a dye and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista gonoclada has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and oval shaped with a brown and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista gonoclada is a shrub that is best grown in well-drained, alkaline soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer. Layering can be done in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Chamaecrista gonoclada

Chamaecrista gonoclada can be found in the southern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Chamaecrista gonoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista gonoclada?

Chamaecrista gonoclada

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista gonoclada?

Chamaecrista gonoclada is native to tropical and subtropical regions.

What are the uses of Chamaecrista gonoclada?

Chamaecrista gonoclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

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