Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acosmifolia
ID:
179390

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 660 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178719

Common Names

  • Acosmifolia Partridge Pea
  • Acosmifolia Sensitive Pea
  • Acosmifolia Wild Sensitive Pea

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Synonyms

  • Cassia acosmifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Cassia acosmifolia Mart. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Chamaecrista acosmifolia (also called Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is a small annual herb that grows up to 60 cm in height. It has trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in grasslands, open woods, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista acosmifolia is used as a food source, for medicinal purposes, and as a fuel. The leaves can be eaten as a vegetable or brewed into a tea. The plant is also used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaecrista acosmifolia var. oropedii (H.S.Irwin & Barneby) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista acosmifolia var. euryloba (H.S.Irwin & Barneby) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista acosmifolia var. acosmifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista acosmifolia is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista acosmifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Chamaecrista acosmifolia

Chamaecrista acosmifolia is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Chamaecrista acosmifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista acosmifolia?

Chamaecrista acosmifolia

What is the common name of Chamaecrista acosmifolia?

Acosmi Partridge Pea

Where is Chamaecrista acosmifolia found?

It is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Virginia.

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.