Droogmansia reducta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reducta
ID:
178482
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.11: 521 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177811
Common Names
- Reduced Droogmansia
- Reduced Chamaefistula
- Reduced Fingerflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Droogmansia homblei De Wild. [valid]
Description
Droogmansia reducta (also called Reducta Senna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and compound leaves. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, and is found in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Droogmansia reducta is used as an ornamental plant and can be used in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Droogmansia reducta is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Droogmansia reducta is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment and keep them moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Droogmansia reducta
Droogmansia reducta is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Droogmansia reducta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Droogmansia reducta?
Droogmansia reducta
What is the common name of Droogmansia reducta?
Reduced Droogmansia
What is the natural habitat of Droogmansia reducta?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Droogmansia genus
Droogmansia angolensis, Droogmansia chevalieri, Droogmansia dorae, Droogmansia elongata, Droogmansia gossweileri, Droogmansia grandiflora, Droogmansia lancifolia, Droogmansia ledermannii, Droogmansia longirhachis, Droogmansia megalantha, Droogmansia mildbraedii, Droogmansia montana, Droogmansia munamensis, Droogmansia pteropus, Droogmansia reducta, Droogmansia scaettaiana, Droogmansia sillansii, Droogmansia tenuis, Droogmansia tisserantii, Droogmansia vanderystii, Droogmansia vanmeelii, Droogmansia velutina, Droogmansia sillansiana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Droogmansia reducta De Wild.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.