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sensitive pea

Chamaecrista nictitans

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fabales ›Family: Fabaceae ›Genus: Chamaecrista

About

Chamaecrista nictitans, the sensitivie cassia, sensitive partridge pea, small partridge pea or wild sensitive plant, is a herbaceous species of legume widely distributed through the temperate and tropical Americas. It is an annual plant capable of rapid plant movement—its leaflets fold together when touched.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sensitive pea?
The scientific name of sensitive pea is Chamaecrista nictitans.
What kingdom does sensitive pea belong to?
sensitive pea belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does sensitive pea belong to?
sensitive pea belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does sensitive pea belong to?
sensitive pea belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does sensitive pea belong to?
sensitive pea belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does sensitive pea belong to?
sensitive pea belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does sensitive pea belong to?
sensitive pea belongs to the genus Chamaecrista.