Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
splendida
ID:
165560

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 190 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164889

Common Names

  • Splendid Senna
  • Golden Senna
  • Yellow Senna

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Description

Senna splendida (also called 'Splendid 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 splendida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senna splendida var. gloriosa H.S.Irwin & Barneby
Senna splendida var. splendida

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna splendida has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna splendida 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 splendida

Senna splendida is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in open, sunny areas at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Senna splendida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna splendida?

Senna splendida

What are the common names of Senna splendida?

Splendid Senna, Showy Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna splendida?

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

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Julius Rudolph Theodor Vogel (1812-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vogel' in the authors string.
Howard Samuel Irwin (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Irwin' in the authors string.