Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
biddulphiana
ID:
600017

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedley

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia12: 196 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599349

Common Names

  • Chamaecrista biddulphiana
  • Biddulphiana Chamaecrista
  • Biddulphiana Chamaecristum

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Description

Chamaecrista biddulphiana (also called Biddulph's Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, where it is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista biddulphiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista biddulphiana is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista biddulphiana is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer by taking cuttings from the tips of the stems. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Chamaecrista biddulphiana

Chamaecrista biddulphiana is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in the mountains and hills of these countries.

Chamaecrista biddulphiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista biddulphiana?

Chamaecrista biddulphiana

What is the common name of Chamaecrista biddulphiana?

Biddulph's Chamaecrista

What is the growth habit of Chamaecrista biddulphiana?

It is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub

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