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woodland sensitive pea

Scientific Name: Chamaecrista calycioides

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Woodland Sensitive Pea (Chamaecrista calycioides)

The plant commonly known as Woodland Sensitive Pea is scientifically named Chamaecrista calycioides. It is also known as Tropical Sensitive Pea, and Beach Sensitive Pea. It is a forb/herb, defined as a non-woody plant that is not a grass.

Considerations for Pets

  • The name "Sensitive Pea" suggests potential sensitivity or reactivity, though the exact nature of this sensitivity is not specified in relation to pets.

Considerations for Children

  • The name "Sensitive Pea" suggests potential sensitivity or reactivity, though the exact nature of this sensitivity is not specified in relation to children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chamaecrista calycioides (DC. ex Collad.) Greene
  • Rank: Species
  • Genus: Chamaecrista (L.) Moench – sensitive pea
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
  • USDA Symbol: CHCA26

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Woodland Sensitive Pea can be found in disturbed grassland or open woodland.
  • Specific locations mentioned include Texas (TX), Louisiana (LA), Arkansas (AR), Oklahoma (OK), and New Mexico (NM).

Quirky Facts

  • The plant's name, "Sensitive Pea", refers to its reaction to touch or disturbance, although the exact nature of this sensitivity isn't detailed.
  • This plant is referred to as woodland sensitive pea for Anopheles punctipennis (woodland malaria mosquito)

Synonyms and Related Species

  • Chamaecrista absus (Tropical Sensitive Pea)
  • Chamaecrista nictitans (Sensitive Partridge Pea)

Ecological Role

  • It is noted that species most sensitive to disturbance can be found in areas that have been least modified.

Habitat and Growing Conditions

  • Woodland Sensitive Pea thrives in full sun (Sole pieno).
  • Young plants may need protection from wind or cold during the winter.