Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phlebadenia
ID:
179546

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Brittonia37: 192 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178875

Common Names

  • Senna phlebadenia
  • Phlebadenia Senna
  • Phlebadenia-leaved Senna

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Description

Senna phlebadenia (also called Phlebadenia Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 3 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 centimeters. It is found in dry tropical forests, especially in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado regions.

Uses & Benefits

Senna phlebadenia is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna phlebadenia is a yellow-orange puffball that blooms in the summer. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, delicate, and have a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna phlebadenia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Senna phlebadenia

Senna phlebadenia is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Senna phlebadenia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna phlebadenia?

Senna phlebadenia

What is the common name of Senna phlebadenia?

Phlebadenia Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna phlebadenia?

Dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands

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.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.