Senna baccarinii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Chiov.) Lock
Source:
ildis
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.43: 339 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184149
Common Names
- Baccarin's Senna
- Baccarin's Cassia
- Baccarin's Sicklepod
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- Cassia baccarinii Chiov. [valid]
Description
Senna baccarinii (also called Baccarin's Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It grows in dry forests, savannas, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Senna baccarinii is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is also used as a source of food and forage for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Senna baccarinii are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.
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Senna baccarinii is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Senna baccarinii
Senna baccarinii can be found in tropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and India.
Senna baccarinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senna baccarinii?
Senna baccarinii
What is the common name of Senna baccarinii?
Baccarin's Senna
Where is Senna baccarinii found?
Southern United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
Species in the Senna genus
Senna corymbosa, Senna didymobotrya, Senna septemtrionalis, Senna bacillaris, Senna hirsuta, Senna italica, Senna ligustrina, Senna multijuga, Senna obtusifolia, Senna occidentalis, Senna pendula, Senna polyphylla, Senna alexandrina, Senna siamea, Senna sophera, Senna spectabilis, Senna splendida, Senna timoriensis, Senna multiglandulosa, Senna tora, Senna acanthoclada, Senna aculeata, Senna acuparata, Senna acuruensis, Senna acutisepala, Senna affinis, Senna andrieuxii, Senna angulata, Senna angustisiliqua, Senna aphylla, Senna apiculata, Senna apsidoneura, Senna araucarietorum, Senna argentea, Senna arida, Senna aristeguietae, Senna armata, Senna arnottiana, Senna aurantia, Senna aversiflora, Senna aymara, Senna bauhinioides, Senna benitoensis, Senna birostris, Senna brongniartii, Senna burkartiana, Senna cajamarcae, Senna cana, Senna candolleana, Senna caudata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
John Michael Lock (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lock' in the authors string.
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Senna baccarinii (Chiov.) Lock: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.