Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
499036

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Symon) Albr. & Symon

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard.19: 96 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498368

Common Names

  • Senna Sericea
  • Silky Senna
  • Silky Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia oligophylla sericea Symon [valid]

Description

Senna sericea (also called 'Silky Senna', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a large, deciduous shrub with bright green, pinnate leaves that are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is native to India and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senna sericea is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and produces small yellow flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin rashes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna sericea is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna sericea is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The seeds should be kept warm and moist until germination occurs, which can take up to two months.

Where to Find Senna sericea

Senna sericea is native to the Mediterranean region.

Senna sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna sericea?

Senna sericea

What is the common name of Senna sericea?

Silky Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna sericea?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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

David Edward Albrecht (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albr.' in the authors string.
David Eric Symon (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Symon' in the authors string.