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narrowpod sensitive pea

Scientific Name: Chamaecrista lineata

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Chamaecrista lineata and Relatives

This section explores information about Chamaecrista lineata, also known as Narrow-pod Sensitive-pea, and its close relatives like Chamaecrista fasciculata (Partridge Pea) and Chamaecrista nictitans (Wild Sensitive Plant). These plants share similar characteristics and are often grouped together based on their sensitivity to touch and similar morphology.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions "hairy pea pods" in some species, which may be a physical irritant.
  • Seed pods are present.

Considerations for Children

  • The seed pods split open, releasing seeds that may pose a choking hazard.
  • The text mentions "hairy pea pods" in some species, which may be a physical irritant.
  • Leaves of some species are "sensitive," folding together when touched, which may be interesting for children but should be observed to avoid excessive handling.

Scientific and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Chamaecrista lineata (Accepted)
  • Common Names: Narrow-pod Sensitive-pea, Key Cassia, Partridge Pea, Sleeping Plant, Sensitive Pea, Prairie Senna, Large-flowered Sensitive-pea, Dwarf Cassia, Locust Weed, Sensitive Plant

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Pea Family (Fabaceae)
  • Synonyms/Related Species: Chamaecrista fasciculata, Chamaecrista nictitans

Distribution and Habitat

  • Not found in Idaho.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • The fruit is a straight, narrow pod, typically 1 to 2 inches long, which splits along two sutures to release seeds.
  • Flowers are often marked with red.
  • Leaves are compound, pinnately divided, with narrow, short, linear leaflets. Some species exhibit sensitivity, folding their leaflets when touched or in response to daylight.
  • Growth Habit: Some varieties are described as annual, erect legumes.

Ecological Role

  • The text mentions that some species are considered weeds (locust weed).

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Thrips (minute insects) can interact with these plants.
  • Pea aphids are mentioned in the text.

Quirky Facts

  • Some species exhibit nyctinasty: Leaves fold in late afternoon as darkness approaches.