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Swartz's jamaican broom

Scientific Name: Chamaecrista glandulosa var. swartzii

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Chamaecrista glandulosa var. swartzii

Also known as Swartz's Jamaican Broom, Chamaecrista glandulosa var. swartzii is a plant with interesting taxonomic history and connections to the island of Jamaica.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions the common name "Broom Weed," which might relate to historical or traditional uses of the plant. It's important to research potential effects on animals if ingested.

Considerations for Children

  • The common name "Broom Weed" and mentions of "broom handle" (though in a different context) could lead to children playing with the plant. Further research on potential skin irritation or toxicity is advisable.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chamaecrista glandulosa (L.) Greene var. swartzii (Wikstr.) Irwin & Barneby
  • Common Name: Swartz's Jamaican Broom, Jamaican Broom
  • Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
  • Synonyms: Chamaecrista swartzii (Wikstr.) Irwin &amp Barneby

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant is associated with Jamaica.
  • It has been observed in the mountains of Jamaica.
  • One source mentions it being native to Jamaica and Martinico, found "in moist woods and shady places."

Morphological Characteristics

  • Life form: Dicotyledon

Further Information

  • USDA, NRCS. 2010. The PLANTS Database. National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA.
  • Dave's Garden