About
Senna alata, the candelabra plant or ringworm tree, is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree to 4 m producing large, pinnate leaves and spectacular, upright, candle-like spikes of bright-yellow flowers from summer to autumn. A stunning and rewarding shrub for a warm, frost-free garden or large conservatory.
About the genus
Senna are trees, shrubs and perennials producing alternate, pinnate leaves and racemes or panicles of five-petalled, usually bright-yellow flowers, followed by seed pods. Rewarding plants for warm, frost-free gardens and large conservatories.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.