Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
175911

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 162 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175240

Common Names

  • Insular Senna
  • Insular Cassia
  • Insular Sicklepod

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Synonyms

  • Cassia insularis (Britton & Rose) R.A.Howard [valid]
  • Chamaefistula insularis Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Senna insularis (also called Island Senna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It typically grows in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senna insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna insularis is a yellow-orange, 5-petaled bloom with a white center. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod with a single row of seeds inside. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna insularis is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun and will tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Senna insularis

Senna insularis can be found in the Caribbean, including Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Senna insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna insularis?

Senna insularis

What is the common name of Senna insularis?

Insular Senna

Where does Senna insularis grow?

Senna insularis is found in Brazil

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.