Marcus, Joseph A.
Chamaecrista fasciculata var. fasciculata (Michx.) Greene
Partridge pea, Showy Partridge-pea, Beeflower
Fabaceae (Pea Family)
The Partridge Pea’s flowers have 5 yellow petals of unequal size and irregular shape, about 1 inch across. The upper petals have red spots at the base and the lower
petal is larger than the others.
Stamens are yellow. The
pistil extends conspicuously to the side
opposite the stamens. The plant grows 2–4 feet tall, erect, usually with a few branches near the top. The leaves are
alternate and have 8–14 pairs of small leaflets. Several buds grow on a short
stem between the leaves near the top, but only 1 on each
stem blooms at a time.
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: Annual Habit: Herb Flower:
Fruit: Size Class: 1-3 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: May , Jun , Jul , Aug , Sep , Oct
Distribution
USA: AL , AR , CT , DE , FL , GA , IL , IN , IA , KS , KY , LA , MD , MA , MI , MN , MS , MO , NE , NJ , NM , NY , NC , OH , OK , PA , RI , SC , SD , TN , TX , VA , WV , WI , DC
Native Habitat: Shows a preference for sandy or alluvial soils in Central and East Texas.
USDA Native Status: L48(N) Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Sun
Conditions Comments: Should be grown in full sun, can tolerate part shade. Provide good soil moisture and have good drainage.
Benefit
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Interesting Foliage: yes
Attracts: Butterflies
Last Update: 2008-07-07
