Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
amabilis
ID:
179547

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Brittonia37: 14 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178876

Common Names

  • Chamaecrista amabilis
  • Amabilis Chamaecrista
  • Amabilis-leaved Chamaecrista

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Description

Chamaecrista amabilis (also called Amabilis Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 centimeters. It is found in dry tropical forests, especially in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado regions.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista amabilis is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista amabilis is a yellow-orange puffball that blooms in the summer. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, delicate, and have a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista amabilis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Chamaecrista amabilis

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

Chamaecrista amabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista amabilis?

Chamaecrista amabilis

What is the common name of Chamaecrista amabilis?

Amabilis Chamaecrista

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista amabilis?

Dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands

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

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.