Senna bracteosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.B.O.S.Cardoso & L.P.Queiroz
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Novon18: 140 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284545
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Senna bracteosa (also called 'Bracted Senna', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has a sprawling habit, with stems up to 30 cm long. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white. It is found in moist forests, shrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Senna bracteosa is used as a medicinal plant and for fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senna bracteosa is small and white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senna bracteosa can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Senna bracteosa
Senna bracteosa is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Senna bracteosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senna bracteosa?
Senna bracteosa
What is the common name of Senna bracteosa?
Bracted Senna
Where is Senna bracteosa native to?
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
Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Domingos Benício Oliveira Silva Cardoso: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.B.O.S.Cardoso' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Senna bracteosa D.B.O.S.Cardoso & L.P.Queiroz: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.