Senra incana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cav.
Source:
tro
Year:
1786
Citation Micro:
Diss. 2: 83 (1786)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264532
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Senra incana (also called Hoary Senra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Senra incana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Senra incana is yellow or orange, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Senra incana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Senra incana
Senra incana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Senra incana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Senra incana?
Senra incana
What is the common name of Senra incana?
Hoary Senra
Where is Senra incana found?
It is found in the Middle East and North Africa
Species in the Senra genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50213195: Based on the initial data import
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.