Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cotinifolia
ID:
179346

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 658 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178675

Common Names

  • Cotton-Leaf Partridge Pea
  • Cotton-Leaf Sensitive Plant
  • Cotton-Leaf Sensitive Pea

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Synonyms

  • Cassia cotinifolia G.Don [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista cotinifolia (also called Cotinifolia Partridge Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and northern Mexico. Its habitats include dry open woods, prairies, roadsides, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista cotinifolia 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 cotinifolia var. leptodictya (H.S.Irwin & Barneby) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista cotinifolia var. percoriacea (H.S.Irwin & Barneby) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista cotinifolia var. glaberrima (Hoehne ex H.S.Irwin & Barneby) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Chamaecrista cotinifolia var. cotinifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista cotinifolia is a yellow-green, pea-like flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened oval. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista cotinifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Chamaecrista cotinifolia

Chamaecrista cotinifolia is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, sandy habitats, such as sandhills and dunes.

Chamaecrista cotinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista cotinifolia?

Chamaecrista cotinifolia

What is the family of Chamaecrista cotinifolia?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Chamaecrista cotinifolia?

Cotinus Partridge Pea

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 Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' 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.