Chamaecrista fasciculata (L.)Partridge Pea, Sleeping-plant |
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Names and MythsChamaecrista Low crest fasciculata in bunches |
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Natural history / FolkloreThe plant is listed as mildly toxic when many seeds are eaten. The toxic principle is anthraquinines which result in diarrhea.36 It is readily eaten by upland game birds as suggested by its name. |
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DescriptionYellow pea-like flowers summer and occasionally early fall. |
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