Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cuprea
ID:
179000

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 749 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178329

Common Names

  • Cuprea Partridge Pea
  • Copper-Colored Partridge Pea
  • Copper-Colored Pea

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Description

Chamaecrista cuprea (also called False Adiantum, among many other common names) is a small shrub or subshrub native to tropical regions of South America. It has yellow flowers and pinnately compound leaves. It typically grows in disturbed areas, open woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista cuprea is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of nectar for bees, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista cuprea is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista cuprea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Chamaecrista cuprea should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Chamaecrista cuprea

Chamaecrista cuprea is found in Central and South America.

Chamaecrista cuprea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista cuprea?

Chamaecrista cuprea

What is the common name of Chamaecrista cuprea?

Cupreous Partridge Pea

What is the family of Chamaecrista cuprea?

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.