Senna gaudichaudii - Uses, Benefits & Care
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(Hook. & Arn.) H.S.Irwin & Barn
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192957
Common Names
- Senna gaudichaudii
- Gaudichaud's Senna
- Gaudichaudii Senna
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- Cassia glauca sensu A.Gray [deprecated]
Description
Senna gaudichaudii (also called Senna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Senna gaudichaudii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Senna gaudichaudii has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senna gaudichaudii is a tropical legume that can be propagated through seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in well-drained, fertile soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be propagated through cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Senna gaudichaudii
Senna gaudichaudii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Senna gaudichaudii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senna gaudichaudii?
Senna gaudichaudii
What type of plant is Senna gaudichaudii?
A shrub
Where is Senna gaudichaudii found?
In tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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 Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:911340-1: Based on the initial data import