Overview

Senna racemosa is a shrub, tree shrubs in the genus Senna, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Senna racemosa grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen plant and border.

About

Senna racemosa is a deciduous shrub or small tree belonging to the genus Senna, known for its pinnate foliage and clusters of yellow, bowl-shaped flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun on fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing position. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for growing in conservatories or greenhouses and can be used as a specimen plant or in borders. It flowers in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.

About the genus

Senna, the sennas, is a large genus of flowering plants in the legume family. This diverse genus is native throughout the tropics, with a small number of species in temperate regions. The number of species is estimated to be from about 260 to 350.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Senna

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Senna racemosa size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrubs, Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Shrub, tree

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Specimen plant, border

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Senna racemosa

Propagation

Seed, semi-ripe cuttings

Pest resistance

Good

Disease resistance

Good

Frequently asked questions