Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rupertiana
ID:
1427502

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Cota & Rando

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa469: 68 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443667



Common Names

  • Rupertiana Chamaecrista
  • Rupertiana Partridge Pea
  • Rupertiana Sensitive Plant


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Description

Chamaecrista rupertiana (also called the Brazilian Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry and wet habitats. It is a small shrub with a woody stem and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista rupertiana is used for making paper, as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista rupertiana is yellow, with five petals and a short calyx. The seed is a small, flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista rupertiana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Chamaecrista rupertiana

Chamaecrista rupertiana is native to Central and South America.

Chamaecrista rupertiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista rupertiana?

Chamaecrista rupertiana

What are the common names of Chamaecrista rupertiana?

Rupert's chamaecrista

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista rupertiana?

Dry, rocky slopes, scrubland, and open woodlands

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

Juliana Gastaldello Rando: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rando' in the authors string.
Matheus Martins Teixeira Cota: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Cota' in the authors string.