Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
takhtajanii
ID:
600096

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Barreto & Yakovlev

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad)75: 888 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599428

Common Names

  • Takhtajanii Chamaecrista
  • Takhtajanii Partridge Pea
  • Takhtajanii Pea

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Description

Chamaecrista takhtajanii (also called Takhtajan's Chamaecrista, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and pinnate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecrista takhtajanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecrista takhtajanii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecrista takhtajanii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Chamaecrista takhtajanii

Chamaecrista takhtajanii can be found in the Caucasus region, including parts of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.

Chamaecrista takhtajanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecrista takhtajanii?

Chamaecrista takhtajanii

What is the family of Chamaecrista takhtajanii?

Fabaceae

Where is Chamaecrista takhtajanii native to?

Central and South America

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

Gennady Yakovlev (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yakovlev' in the authors string.
Adelaida Barreto Valdés: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Barreto' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:940054-1: Based on the initial data import