Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosa
ID:
175886

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 501 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175215

Common Names

  • Senna formosa
  • Beautiful Cassia
  • Beautiful Senna

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Description

Senna formosa (also called Formosa Senna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It typically grows in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senna formosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna formosa is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna formosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Senna formosa

Senna formosa can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Senna formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna formosa?

Senna formosa

What is the common name of Senna formosa?

Beautiful Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna formosa?

Dry open woods, thickets, and disturbed areas

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

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.