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Texas sensitive pea
Scientific Name: Chamaecrista flexuosa
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Texas Sensitive Pea (Chamaecrista flexuosa var. texana)
The Texas sensitive pea, scientifically known as Chamaecrista flexuosa var. texana, is a member of the Fabaceae (Pea) family. It is also known as Chamaecrista flexuosa (L.) Greene var. texana (Buckley) Irwin & Barneby.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is in the pea family.
- Contains pods.
Considerations for Children
- This plant is in the pea family.
- Contains pods.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Scientific Name: Chamaecrista flexuosa var. texana
- Synonyms: Chamaecrista flexuosa (L.) Greene var. texana (Buckley) Irwin & Barneby
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
Common Names:
- Texas Sensitive Pea
- Partridge Pea
- Sleeping Plant
- Beach Sensitive Pea
- Sensitive Pea
- Sensitive Plant
Distribution and Habitat:
- Found in Texas, USA.
- Specifically mentioned in locations such as the Lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas and South Texas.
Morphological Characteristics:
- Erect growth habit.
- Bare stem in the lower part.
- Many ramifications develop towards the top.
- Legume with winged stems that grow from 10 to 40 inches long.
Ecological Role:
- Leaves curl when touched.
Interactions with Other Organisms:
- The Large Orange Sulphur (Phoebis agarithe) interacts with related species like Chamaecrista nictitans and other sensitive plants.
Further Information:
- Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Chamaecrista flexuosa.
- USWildflowers Database State List for Texas Family Fabaceae.
- Wildflower Center University of Texas – Austin.