Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uncata
ID:
176054

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 200 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175383

Common Names

  • Uncata Senna
  • Uncata Cassia
  • Hairy Senna

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Description

Senna uncata (also called Hooked senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the tropical regions of South America. It has a spreading crown and grows to a height of up to 5 m. It has pinnate leaves and yellow flowers with five petals. It is found in tropical forests, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Senna uncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senna uncata are yellow, with five petals and a short, curved style. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senna uncata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Senna uncata

Senna uncata is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Senna uncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna uncata?

Senna uncata

What is the common name of Senna uncata?

Hooked Senna

Where is Senna uncata native to?

Senna uncata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of 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

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.