Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
repens
ID:
179088

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 742 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178417



Common Names

  • Creeping Partridge Pea
  • Creeping Prairie Pea
  • Creeping Horse-eye Bean


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Synonyms

  • Cassia repens Vogel [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista repens (also called Creeping Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is a small annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, open habitats such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista repens is used as a food source for livestock, as a green manure crop, and as a soil improver. Its leaves can be used as a tea substitute and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaecrista repens var. multijuga (Benth.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista repens var. repens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Chamaecrista repens is yellow with 5 petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista repens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Chamaecrista repens

Chamaecrista repens is native to the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. It can be found in open woods, thickets, and roadsides.

Chamaecrista repens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista repens?

Chamaecrista repens

What is the common name of Chamaecrista repens?

Creeping Partridge Pea

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista repens?

It is found in dry, open woods and thickets

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.
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.