Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reticulata
ID:
176013

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 458 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175342

Common Names

  • Reticulate Senna
  • Reticulate Cassia
  • Reticulate Senna

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Synonyms

  • Cassia annunciata E.H.L.Krause [valid]
  • Cassia strobilacea Kunth [valid]
  • Cassia tarantan Kunth [valid]
  • Cassia reticulata Willd. [valid]
  • Cassia dumetorum Bertero ex DC. [valid]
  • Chamaesenna reticulata (Willd.) Pittier [valid]

Description

Senna reticulata (also called 'Netted Senna' or 'Netted 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 reticulata 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 reticulata 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 reticulata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny position. Keep the soil moist and provide some shade until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Senna reticulata

Senna reticulata is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range.

Senna reticulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna reticulata?

Senna reticulata

What is the family of Senna reticulata?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Senna reticulata?

Netted 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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' 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.