Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tragacanthoides
ID:
179104

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Benth.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 686 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178433



Common Names

  • Tragacanth Partridge Pea
  • Partridge Pea
  • Wild Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cassia tragacanthoides Mart. ex Benth. [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista tragacanthoides (also called Tragacanth Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Americas. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves with up to 11 leaflets. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista tragacanthoides is used as a source of food and fodder for livestock, as well as a source of fuel and fiber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaecrista tragacanthoides var. rasa H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista tragacanthoides var. tragacanthoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Chamaecrista tragacanthoides 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 tragacanthoides is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Chamaecrista tragacanthoides

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

Chamaecrista tragacanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista tragacanthoides?

Chamaecrista tragacanthoides

What are the common names of Chamaecrista tragacanthoides?

Goat's-thorn sensitive pea and goat's-thorn partridge pea

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista tragacanthoides?

Chamaecrista tragacanthoides is found in open woods, thickets, and disturbed areas

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.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.