Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
manicula
ID:
498904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Symon) Randell

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia12: 195 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498236

Common Names

  • Senna manicula
  • Manicula Senna
  • Manicula Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia manicula Symon [valid]
  • Senna cardiosperma manicula (Symon) Randell [valid]

Description

Senna manicula (also called Cassia manicula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It grows in humid forests, often on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Senna manicula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna manicula is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna manicula is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayan region of India and Nepal. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division of the root clumps can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Senna manicula

Senna manicula can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.

Senna manicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna manicula?

Senna manicula

What is the common name of Senna manicula?

Manicled Senna

What is the family of Senna manicula?

Fabaceae

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

David Eric Symon (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Symon' in the authors string.
Barbara Rae Randell (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Randell' in the authors string.