Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicapsularis
ID:
215494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Roxb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832, 2: 342 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214823

Common Names

  • Senna bicapsularis
  • Bicapsular Senna
  • Bicapsular Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia spiciflora Pittier [unknown]
  • Cassia berterii Colla [unknown]
  • Cathartocarpus bicapsularis (L.) Ham. [valid]
  • Adipera bicapsularis (L.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Cassia laevigata sensu Prain, non Willd. [deprecated]
  • Cassia bicapsularis L. [valid]
  • Diallobus bicapsularis (L.) Raf. [valid]

Description

Senna bicapsularis (also called Two-seeded senna, among many other common names) is a shrub in the family Fabaceae. It has a woody stem and its leaves are pinnate and trifoliate. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senna bicapsularis, commonly known as Two-Capsuled Senna, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senna bicapsularis var. augusti (Harms) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna bicapsularis var. bicapsularis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna bicapsularis is yellow and tubular in shape, with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped pod that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna bicapsularis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings in the spring and root them in a potting mix. Place the pot in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. The shrub will reach a height of about 5 feet and will produce yellow flowers.

Where to Find Senna bicapsularis

Senna bicapsularis is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical woodlands.

Senna bicapsularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna bicapsularis?

Senna bicapsularis

What is the common name of Senna bicapsularis?

Two-podded senna

What is the family of Senna bicapsularis?

Fabaceae

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.