Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stowardii
ID:
499045

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Randell

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia12: 195 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498377

Common Names

  • Senna Stowardii
  • Stoward's Senna
  • Stoward's Cassia

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Synonyms

  • Cassia stowardii S.Moore [valid]
  • Senna cardiosperma stowardii (S.Moore) Randell [valid]

Description

Senna stowardii (also called Stoward's Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia. 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 stowardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Senna stowardii is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped seed with a brown color. The seedlings are light green in color and have two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna stowardii 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 stowardii

Senna stowardii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Senna stowardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna stowardii?

Senna stowardii

What is the common name of Senna stowardii?

Stoward's senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna stowardii?

It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Barbara Rae Randell (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Randell' in the authors string.