Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
165061

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Pittonia4: 30 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164390



Common Names

  • Black Partridge Pea
  • Black Cassia
  • Nigricans Partridge Pea


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Synonyms

  • Cassia nigricans Vahl [valid]
  • Cassia micrantha Guill. & Perr. [valid]
  • Cassia harneyi Specht [valid]
  • Chamaecrista harneyi (Specht) Govaerts [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista nigricans (also called Black Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and is found in wet montane forests. It grows to a height of 2 meters and has bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista nigricans is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista nigricans has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista nigricans can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Chamaecrista nigricans

Chamaecrista nigricans is found in Central and South America, as well as parts of the Caribbean.

Chamaecrista nigricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista nigricans?

Chamaecrista nigricans

What are the common names of Chamaecrista nigricans?

Black Chamaecrista

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista nigricans?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.