Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
165549

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 600 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164878

Common Names

  • Spectacular Senna
  • Senna Spectabilis
  • Showy Senna

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Synonyms

  • Cassia spectabilis DC. [valid]
  • Cassia edulis Posada-Ar. [unknown]
  • Pseudocassia spectabilis (DC.) Britton & Rose [valid]

Description

Senna spectabilis (also called 'Spectacular Senna', among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to India and typically grows in dry, coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senna spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senna spectabilis var. excelsa (Schrad.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna spectabilis var. spectabilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna spectabilis has yellow flowers, brown seeds and long, thin seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna spectabilis is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Senna spectabilis

Senna spectabilis is native to Brazil and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Senna spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna spectabilis?

Senna spectabilis

What are the common names of Senna spectabilis?

Spectacular Senna, Showy Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna spectabilis?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' 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.