Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
irwiniana
ID:
1306316

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa239: 144 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318770



Common Names

  • Chamaecrista irwiniana
  • Irwiniana Chamaecrista
  • Chamaecrista Chamaecrista


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Description

Chamaecrista irwiniana (also called Chamaecrista irwiniana, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 4 m tall and has a spreading habit. The leaves are elliptic, oblong and up to 10 cm long. It is found in humid forests and grasslands, at altitudes of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista irwiniana is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for its edible fruits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista irwiniana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista irwiniana is an easy-to-grow shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Chamaecrista irwiniana

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

Chamaecrista irwiniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista irwiniana?

Chamaecrista irwiniana

What are the common names of Chamaecrista irwiniana?

Irwiniana Partridge Pea, Irwiniana Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista irwiniana?

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.