Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benitoensis
ID:
175835

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & P.Wilson) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 418 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175164

Common Names

  • Benito Senna
  • Coffee Senna
  • Stinking Weed

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Synonyms

  • Cassia benitoensis Britton & Wilson [deprecated]
  • Peiranisia benitoensis (Britton & Wilson) Britton & Ro [deprecated]
  • Cassia benitoensis Britton & P.Wilson [unknown]
  • Peiranisia benitoensis (Britton & P.Wilson) Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Senna benitoensis (also called Benito Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and flat, twisted pods. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Senna benitoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating diarrhea and other digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna benitoensis has yellow flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna benitoensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Senna benitoensis

Senna benitoensis is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America, and parts of the United States.

Senna benitoensis FAQ

What are the common names of Senna benitoensis?

Benito’s senna, Benito’s cassia, and benitoensis senna

What is the growth habit of Senna benitoensis?

It is a small shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall

What is the native range of Senna benitoensis?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.