Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosior
ID:
175996

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Phytologia44: 500 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175325

Common Names

  • Pilosior Senna
  • Woolly Senna
  • Woolly Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia bauhinioides pilosior J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Cassia pilosior (B.L.Rob.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby [valid]
  • Cassia bauhinioides pilosior B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Senna pilosior (also called 'Pilose Senna' or 'Pilose Cassia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in dry forests, scrub, and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senna pilosior 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna pilosior has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings are green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna pilosior 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 pilosior

Senna pilosior is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Senna pilosior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna pilosior?

Senna pilosior

What is the family of Senna pilosior?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Senna pilosior?

Woolly Senna

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

Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
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.