Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
roraimae
ID:
176186

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Gleason

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club56: 395 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175515



Common Names

  • Roraima Partridge Pea
  • Roraima Sensitive Plant
  • Roraima Wild Senna


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Synonyms

  • Cassia roraimae Benth. [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista roraimae (also called Roraima cassia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America, found in the Cerrado and Caatinga vegetation of Brazil. It typically grows in sandy soils and can reach heights of up to 2 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista roraimae is used for making herbal tea and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista roraimae has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista roraimae is a perennial herb native to tropical America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Chamaecrista roraimae

Chamaecrista roraimae is native to the northern part of South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, Guyana, and Brazil. It can be found in moist, lowland forests and savannas.

Chamaecrista roraimae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista roraimae?

Chamaecrista roraimae

What is the common name of Chamaecrista roraimae?

Roraima Partridgepea

What is the family of Chamaecrista roraimae?

Fabaceae

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.