Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
grantii
ID:
164599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect.68(5): 5 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163928

Common Names

  • Grant's Sensitive Plant
  • Grant's Partridge Pea
  • Sensitive Partridge Pea

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Synonyms

  • Cassia grantii Oliv. [valid]
  • Cassia kituiensis Vatke [valid]
  • Cassia grantii pilosula Oliv. [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista grantii (also called 'Grant's Partridge Pea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia. It typically grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista grantii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecrista grantii is yellow in color with a white center. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista grantii is a small shrub or tree, native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Chamaecrista grantii

Chamaecrista grantii is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found growing in tropical and subtropical climates.

Chamaecrista grantii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista grantii?

Chamaecrista grantii

What is the common name of Chamaecrista grantii?

Grant's Sensitive Plant

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista grantii?

Dry, sandy soils in open woodlands

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

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.