Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
huidobriana
ID:
185409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Zoellner & San Martin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Hist. Nat. Valparaiso16: 23 (1983-1985 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184738

Common Names

  • Senna huidobriana
  • Huidobriana Senna
  • Huidobriana Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia huidobriana Phil. [valid]

Description

Senna huidobriana (also called Huidobrian Senna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senna huidobriana is used as a cover crop and forage crop. It is also used for green manure and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna huidobriana has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons and two true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna huidobriana is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 25 m. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 12 cm tall.

Where to Find Senna huidobriana

Senna huidobriana can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Senna huidobriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna huidobriana?

Senna huidobriana

What is the common name of Senna huidobriana?

Huidobriana Bean

What is the natural habitat of Senna huidobriana?

Dry tropical forests and scrublands

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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Otto Zöllner Schorr (1909-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zoellner' in the authors string.
C. San Martin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'San Martin' in the authors string.