Senna orcuttii - Uses, Benefits & Care
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(Britton & Rose) H.S.Irwin & Ba
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175291
Common Names
- Orcutt's Senna
- Senna orcuttii
- Cassia orcuttii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Senna orcuttii (also called Orcutt's 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 orcuttii has been used as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senna orcuttii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senna orcuttii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Senna orcuttii
Senna orcuttii can be found in the deserts of California, Arizona, and northern Mexico.
Senna orcuttii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senna orcuttii?
Senna orcuttii
What is the common name of Senna orcuttii?
Orcutt's senna
What is the natural habitat of Senna orcuttii?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-21423: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.