Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rostrata
ID:
176021

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 528 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175350

Common Names

  • Beaked Senna
  • Beaked Cassia
  • Beaked Sennas

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Synonyms

  • Cassia biflora rostrata (Mart.) Benth. [valid]
  • Cassia bicapsularis rostrata (Mart.) Benth. ex Isely [unknown]
  • Cassia rostrata Mart. [valid]

Description

Senna rostrata (also called 'Beaked Senna' or 'Beaked 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 rostrata 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 rostrata 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 rostrata 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 rostrata

Senna rostrata is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Senna rostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna rostrata?

Senna rostrata

What is the growth rate of Senna rostrata?

Senna rostrata has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal soil type for Senna rostrata?

Senna rostrata prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.

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 Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' 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.