Diphysa sennoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth. & Oerst.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn1853: 12 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182185
Common Names
- Diphysa sennoides
- Sennoides Diphysa
- Sennoides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diphysa sennoides (also called Senna diphysa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in savannas and scrublands. It has alternate, pinnate leaves and small, pinkish-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Diphysa sennoides is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diphysa sennoides has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diphysa sennoides is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Diphysa sennoides
Diphysa sennoides can be found in Central America and Mexico.
Diphysa sennoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diphysa sennoides?
Diphysa sennoides
What is the common name of Diphysa sennoides?
Diphysa
What is the family of Diphysa sennoides?
Fabaceae
Species in the Diphysa genus
Diphysa macrophylla, Diphysa microphylla, Diphysa minutifolia, Diphysa occidentalis, Diphysa puberulenta, Diphysa carthagenensis, Diphysa floribunda, Diphysa spinosa, Diphysa racemosa, Diphysa suberosa, Diphysa punctata, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa villosa, Diphysa vesicaria, Diphysa echinata, Diphysa macrocarpa, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa americana, Diphysa humilis, Diphysa yucatanensis, Diphysa sennoides, Diphysa thurberi, Diphysa paucifoliolata, Diphysa ormocarpoides,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:492722-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Diphysa sennoides Benth. & Oerst.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.