Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gumminans
ID:
180542

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia39: 9 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179871



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista gumminans
  • Gumminans Partridge Pea
  • Gumminans Sensitive Pea


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Description

Chamaecrista gumminans (also called Gummy Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista gumminans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista gumminans has small, yellow or white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a flat, brown, kidney-shaped pod. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval leaves, and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista gumminans is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Where to Find Chamaecrista gumminans

Chamaecrista gumminans is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.

Chamaecrista gumminans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista gumminans?

Chamaecrista gumminans

What is the common name of Chamaecrista gumminans?

Gummy Partridge Pea

Where can Chamaecrista gumminans be found?

Chamaecrista gumminans can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean

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.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.