Droogmansia scaettaiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scaettaiana
ID:
178493
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Chev. & Sillans
Source:
ildis
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Rev. Int. Bot. Appl. Agric. Trop.32: 46 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177822
Common Names
- Droogmansia scaettaiana
- Droogmansia
- Scaettaiana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Droogmansia scaettaiana (also called Scaetta 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 scaettaiana 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 stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Droogmansia scaettaiana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Droogmansia scaettaiana 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 scaettaiana
Droogmansia scaettaiana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Droogmansia scaettaiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Droogmansia scaettaiana?
Droogmansia scaettaiana
What is the common name of Droogmansia scaettaiana?
Scaetta's Droogmansia
What is the natural habitat of Droogmansia scaettaiana?
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
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Roger Sillans (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sillans' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Droogmansia scaettaiana A.Chev. & Sillans: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.