Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
swainsonii
ID:
185476

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 701 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184805

Common Names

  • Partridge Pea
  • Swainson's Partridge Pea
  • Swainson's Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia swainsonii Benth. [valid]

Description

Chamaecrista swainsonii (also called Partridge pea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista swainsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chamaecrista swainsonii are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista swainsonii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 m. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall.

Where to Find Chamaecrista swainsonii

Chamaecrista swainsonii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Chamaecrista swainsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista swainsonii?

Chamaecrista swainsonii

What is the common name of Chamaecrista swainsonii?

Swainson's Sensitive Pea

What is the natural habitat of Chamaecrista swainsonii?

It is native to the southeastern United States and Mexico.

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 Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' 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.