Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petersiana
ID:
184830

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bolle) Lock

Source:
ildis

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.43: 340 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184159

Common Names

  • Peters' Senna
  • Coffee Senna
  • Coffee Pod

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Synonyms

  • Cassia petersiana Bolle [valid]
  • Cassia delagoensis Harv. [valid]
  • Cassia petersiana tomentosa Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Senna petersiana (also called Peter's Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Angola, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, and grows in dry woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Senna petersiana is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is also used as a source of food and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senna petersiana are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna petersiana is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Senna petersiana

Senna petersiana is native to South Africa. It can be found growing in dry, sandy soils, such as in deserts and in open woodlands.

Senna petersiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna petersiana?

Senna petersiana

What is the common name of Senna petersiana?

Peters' Senna

Where is Senna petersiana found?

Southern United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

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

John Michael Lock (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lock' in the authors string.
Carl August Bolle (1821-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolle' in the authors string.