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yellow nicker
Scientific Name: Caesalpinia bonduc
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub, Vine
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Yellow Nicker (Caesalpinia spp.)
The term "Yellow Nicker" refers to several species within the Caesalpinia genus, primarily Caesalpinia bonduc and Caesalpinia major. This plant, also known as nicker bean or nickernut, has captured attention due to its distinctive seeds and various common names.
Considerations for Pets
- Caesalpinia bonduc features prickled, flattened seed pods.
Considerations for Children
- Caesalpinia bonduc features prickled, flattened seed pods.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: While the text primarily refers to Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb. and Caesalpinia major (Medik.) Dandy & Exell, it also mentions Caesalpinia ciliata.
- Common Names: Yellow Nicker, Yellow Nicker Bean, Yellow Nickernut, Hawaiian Pearls, Gray Nicker, Gray Nicker Bean, Fever Nut, Hold-back, Sea Bean, Nicker Nut. Other names include Tātarāmoa, Tātarāka, and Tātarāmoa 'Enua.
- Family: Fabaceae (also referenced as Caesalpiniaceae in relation to Guilandina ciliata, a synonym).
- Synonyms/Alternative Names: Guilandina bonduc and Caesalpinia bonducella are mentioned as synonyms. Guilandina ciliata Bergius ex Wikstr is also listed as a synonym for Caesalpinia ciliata.
Distribution and Habitat
- The Yellow Nicker is native to tropical America, including Hawaii, where it is now rare.
- It is also found in Florida and the Caribbean region.
- Abram P. Garber first collected yellow nicker in the 1880s in Miami, Florida.
Morphological Characteristics
- Caesalpinia bonduc produces gray nickernuts, while Caesalpinia major produces yellow nickernuts.
- It is described as an evergreen climbing shrub or vine.
- The plant has small fragrant, yellow and red flowers.
- Caesalpinia bonduc features prickled, flattened seed pods.
- Gray Nicker is described as a twisted, woody shrub that can grow quite big in the Amazon.
Quirky Facts
- The word "nicker" likely comes from the Dutch word "knikker," meaning clay marble, referring to the appearance of the seeds.
Resources and Further Information
- Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.
- Discover Life is mentioned for providing information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Caesalpinia major.
- USDA is referenced in relation to Caesalpinia bonduc.