Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
182918

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 661 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182247



Common Names

  • Viscosa Partridge Pea
  • Partridge Pea
  • Wild Sensitive Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cassia viscosa Kunth [valid]
  • Grimaldia viscosa Britton & Rose ex Britton & Killip [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista viscosa (also called sticky sensitive plant, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in dry habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista viscosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food crop and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaecrista viscosa var. paraguayensis (Chodat & Hassl.) H.S.Irwin & B
Chamaecrista viscosa var. major (Benth.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista viscosa var. paraguayensis (Chodat & Hassl.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista viscosa var. viscosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista viscosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista viscosa is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Chamaecrista viscosa

Chamaecrista viscosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Chamaecrista viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista viscosa?

Chamaecrista viscosa

What is the common name of Chamaecrista viscosa?

Viscous Chamaecrista

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista viscosa?

Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf 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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' 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.