Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intermedia
ID:
204112

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.D.Sharma, Vivek. & Rathakr.) V.Singh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot.16: 600 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203441

Common Names

  • Senna intermedia
  • Intermedia Senna
  • Senna Intermedia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia intermedia B.D.Sharma, Vivek. & Rathakr. [valid]

Description

Senna intermedia (also called Intermediate Senna, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India and Southeast Asia. It has yellow flowers and grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It is found in tropical and subtropical areas, and prefers dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Senna intermedia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, boils, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna intermedia has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender seed pod. The seedlings have a pair of leaves with a pointed tip and a thin stem. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna intermedia is an annual herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). To propagate from seed, sow in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Senna intermedia

Senna intermedia is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests, scrub forests, and wastelands.

Senna intermedia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna intermedia?

Senna intermedia

What is the common name of Senna intermedia?

Intermediate Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna intermedia?

Dry, sandy soils in tropical and subtropical regions

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

Krishnaswamy Vivekananthan (1938-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vivek.' in the authors string.
Vijendra Singh (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Singh' in the authors string.
Brahma Dutta Sharma (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Sharma' in the authors string.
Nattanmai Chokkappan Rathakrishnan (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rathakr.' in the authors string.