Senna humifusa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brenan) Lock
Source:
ildis
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.43: 339 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184154
Common Names
- Ground Senna
- Ground Cassia
- Ground Sicklepod
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cassia humifusa Brenan [valid]
Description
Senna humifusa (also called Spreading 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 humifusa 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 humifusa 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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Senna humifusa 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 humifusa
Senna humifusa is native to the United States and Mexico. It can be found growing in dry, sandy soils, such as in deserts and in open woodlands.
Senna humifusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senna humifusa?
Senna humifusa
What is the common name of Senna humifusa?
Spreading Senna
Where is Senna humifusa 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
John Michael Lock (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lock' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Senna humifusa (Brenan) Lock: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.