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Partridge-Pea

Chamaecrista nictitans

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Oceanian biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Chamaecrista nictitans (Partridge-Pea)

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Fish-bone Cassia

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Golden Cassia

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Tropical sensitive pea

Chamaecrista glandulosa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Partridge-Pea?

The scientific name of Partridge-Pea is Chamaecrista nictitans. It belongs to the genus Chamaecrista.

What is the conservation status of Partridge-Pea?

Partridge-Pea (Chamaecrista nictitans) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Partridge-Pea live?

Partridge-Pea is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, El Salvador, Fiji, Georgia, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Japan.

What family does Partridge-Pea belong to?

Partridge-Pea (Chamaecrista nictitans) belongs to the genus Chamaecrista, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is Partridge-Pea endangered?

No, Partridge-Pea (Chamaecrista nictitans) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Partridge-Pea belong to?

Partridge-Pea (Chamaecrista nictitans) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Partridge-Pea?

The closest relatives of Partridge-Pea in the genus Chamaecrista include Fish-bone Cassia, Golden Cassia, Hairy sensitive pea, round-leaf cassia, Tropical sensitive pea.