Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbosa
ID:
164360

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 397 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163689

Common Names

  • Corymb Senna
  • Corymb Cassia
  • Corymbo Senna

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Synonyms

  • Cassia corymbosa Lam. [valid]
  • Chamaefistula corymbosa (Lam.) G.Don [valid]
  • Cassia crassifolia Ortega [valid]
  • Cassia falcata Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Adipera corymbosa (Lam.) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Cassia bonariensis Colla [valid]
  • Cassia floribunda Collad. [illegitimate]

Description

Senna corymbosa (also called Corymb Senna, among many other common names) is an annual plant with a height of up to 1 meter. It has a woody stem and its leaves are pinnate. It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Senna corymbosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna corymbosa has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seeds are small, flat, and black. The seedlings have two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna corymbosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It can also be propagated by division of the root clump.

Where to Find Senna corymbosa

Senna corymbosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Africa.

Senna corymbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna corymbosa?

Senna corymbosa

What is the common name of Senna corymbosa?

Corymb Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna corymbosa?

Dry open woodlands and grasslands

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

Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' 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.