Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lasseigniana
ID:
175915

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 353 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175244

Common Names

  • Lasseigniana Senna
  • Coffee Senna
  • Lasseigniana Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia santanderensis parvianthera Lassen [valid]

Description

Senna lasseigniana (also called Lasseign's 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 lasseigniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senna lasseigniana var. canarensis (Lassen) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna lasseigniana var. lasseigniana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna lasseigniana 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 lasseigniana 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 lasseigniana

Senna lasseigniana is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woods and fields.

Senna lasseigniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna lasseigniana?

Senna lasseigniana

What is the common name of Senna lasseigniana?

Lasseign's Senna

Where does Senna lasseigniana grow?

Senna lasseigniana 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

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.