Senna sophora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 347 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498371
Common Names
- Senna Sophora
- Sophora Senna
- Sophora Cassia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Senna sophora (also called Cassia sophora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has pinnate leaves, yellow flowers, and long, curved seed pods. It grows in open, sunny areas, such as roadsides, disturbed areas, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Senna sophora 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 sophora is a yellow-orange pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senna sophora 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 sophora
Senna sophora is native to the Mediterranean region.
Senna sophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senna sophora?
Senna sophora
What is the common name of Senna sophora?
Sophora Senna
What is the natural habitat of Senna sophora?
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
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1156959-2: Based on the initial data import