Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Chamaecrista

Species:

Chamaecrista neesiana var. goyazensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

80 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Adapted to fire-prone Cerrado ecosystem; resprouts from base after fire and benefits from periodic burning that reduces woody competition.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seed coat scarification improves germination rate. Seeds may benefit from brief hot water treatment to simulate natural conditions.

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