Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
176061

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.35: 307 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175390

Common Names

  • Versicolor Senna
  • Versicolor Cassia
  • Variegated Senna

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Synonyms

  • Cassia versicolor Meyen ex Vogel [valid]

Description

Senna versicolor (also called Cassia versicolor, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and pinnate leaves. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Senna versicolor is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Senna versicolor var. versicolor
Senna versicolor var. heterosperma H.S.Irwin & Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Senna versicolor 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 versicolor is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 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 versicolor

Senna versicolor is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Senna versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senna versicolor?

Senna versicolor

What is the common name of Senna versicolor?

Versicolor Senna

Where is Senna versicolor native to?

Senna versicolor 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

Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.
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.