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
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.
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
C. San Martin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'San Martin' in the authors string.