Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sennii
ID:
322176

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chiov.) Verdc. & Bridson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36: 511 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321508

Common Names

  • Tennantia sennii
  • Senn's Tennantia
  • Tennantia

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Synonyms

  • Tricalysia sennii Chiov. [valid]
  • Xeromphis keniensis Tennant [valid]

Description

Tennantia sennii (also called Senn's Tennantia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Australia. It has a single, erect, woody stem and a single, erect, woolly, yellow flower. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands at elevations of 0 to 400 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Tennantia sennii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to produce essential oils for use in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Tennantia sennii has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Tennantia sennii are small, brown and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Tennantia sennii are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tennantia sennii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Tennantia sennii

Tennantia sennii is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Tennantia sennii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tennantia sennii?

Tennantia sennii

What family does Tennantia sennii belong to?

Asteraceae

Where is Tennantia sennii found?

East Africa

Species in the Tennantia genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202294: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.