Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holosericea
ID:
184823

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fresen.) Greuter

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia15: 429 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184152

Common Names

  • Hairy Senna
  • Hairy Cassia
  • Hairy Sicklepod

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Synonyms

  • Cassia holosericea Fresen. [valid]
  • Senna ovalifolia Batka [valid]
  • Senna tomentosa Batka [valid]
  • Senna pubescens Mart. [valid]
  • Cassia oocarpa Baker [valid]
  • Cassia saltiana Steud. [valid]
  • Cassia schimperi Steud. [valid]
  • Cassia cana Wender. [illegitimate]
  • Cassia pubescens R.Br. [invalid]
  • Cassia pubescens Ehrenb. & Hempr. ex Benth. [invalid]
  • Cassia tomentosa Ehrenb. & Hempr. ex Benth. [invalid]

Description

Senna holosericea (also called Silver Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Angola, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, and grows in dry woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Senna holosericea is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is also used as a source of food and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senna holosericea are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna holosericea is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Senna holosericea

Senna holosericea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Africa, and South America.

Senna holosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna holosericea?

Senna holosericea

What is the common name of Senna holosericea?

Silky Senna

Where is Senna holosericea found?

Southern United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Georg Fresenius (1808-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fresen.' in the authors string.