Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
garrettiana
ID:
187221

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 98 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186550

Common Names

  • Senna garrettiana
  • Garrett's Senna
  • Garrett's Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia garrettiana Craib [valid]

Description

Senna garrettiana (also called Garrett's Senna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Senna garrettiana is used as a medicinal plant, for fodder, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna garrettiana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna garrettiana is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny location until they are established. Once established, the shrub is fairly drought-tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Senna garrettiana

Senna garrettiana is native to South America and can be found in dry forests and savannas.

Senna garrettiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna garrettiana?

Senna garrettiana

What is the common name of Senna garrettiana?

Senna garrettiana

Where is Senna garrettiana found?

Senna garrettiana is found in South Africa

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

William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' 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.