Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neglecta
ID:
175954

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 421 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175283

Common Names

  • Neglected Senna
  • Coffee Senna
  • Chinese Senna

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Description

Senna neglecta (also called Neglected 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 neglecta is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senna neglecta var. oligophylla (Benth.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna neglecta var. furnicola H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna neglecta var. grandiflora H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna neglecta var. neglecta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna neglecta 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 neglecta 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 neglecta

Senna neglecta is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates and is often found in open areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Senna neglecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna neglecta?

Senna neglecta

What is the common name of Senna neglecta?

Neglected senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna neglecta?

Dry, rocky soils in the tropics and subtropics

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.
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.