Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bahiae
ID:
175685

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brittonia31: 467 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175014

Common Names

  • Partridge Pea
  • Bahia Partridge Pea
  • Sensitive Partridge Pea

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Synonyms

  • Cassia bahiae H.S.Irwin [valid]
  • Cassia apoucouita obtusifolia Benth. [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista bahiae (also called Bahia Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with 5-7 leaflets. It produces small, yellow flowers in the summer. It is found in prairies, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista bahiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chamaecrista bahiae are yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista bahiae is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 6-12 inches. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in the spring and divisions should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Chamaecrista bahiae

Chamaecrista bahiae is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Chamaecrista bahiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista bahiae?

Chamaecrista bahiae

What is the common name of Chamaecrista bahiae?

Bahia sensitive pea

What is the family of Chamaecrista bahiae?

Fabaceae

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.