Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trachypus
ID:
182906

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Benth.) H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 509 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182235

Common Names

  • Senna trachypus
  • Trachypus
  • Woolly Senna

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Synonyms

  • Cassia trachypus Mart. ex Benth. [valid]

Description

Senna trachypus (also called woolly senna, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in dry habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Senna trachypus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak or a hedge. The leaves of this plant can be used as a laxative or to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senna trachypus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna trachypus is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Senna trachypus

Senna trachypus is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Senna trachypus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna trachypus?

Senna trachypus

What is the common name of Senna trachypus?

Rough Senna

What is the natural habitat of Senna trachypus?

Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' 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.