Definition of Partridge Pea in English :

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Partridge Pea meaning in English

Meaning of Partridge Pea in English

Pronunciation of Partridge Pea in English

Partridge Pea pronunciation in English

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Partridge Pea

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Noun

1. cassia fasciculata, chamaecrista fasciculata, partridge pea, sensitive pea, wild sensitive plant

tropical American plant having leaflets somewhat sensitive to the touch; sometimes placed in genus Cassia

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Partridge Pea

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n.
An annual plant (Chamaecrista fasciculata) in the pea family, native to eastern and central North America, having yellow flowers and leaves with numerous leaflets that fold when touched.

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