Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
175931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 137 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175260

Common Names

  • Large-Leaf Senna
  • Macrophylla Senna
  • Wild Sensitive Plant

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Synonyms

  • Cassia macrophylla Kunth [valid]
  • Chamaefistula macrophylla (Kunth) G.Don [valid]

Description

Senna macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Brazil and Argentina. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senna macrophylla var. gigantifolia (Britton & Killip) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna macrophylla var. macrophylla

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna macrophylla 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 macrophylla 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 macrophylla

Senna macrophylla is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas and can be found in the dry forests of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Senna macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna macrophylla?

Senna macrophylla

What is the common name of Senna macrophylla?

Large-leaved senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna macrophylla?

Open woodlands and scrublands 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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' 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.