Senna Plant – Senna Tree – Senna (Plant)

Senna Plant- Senna (Plant)

Senna tree (Sennaplant, Senna spp. or Cassia spp.) is a flowering shrub or small tree belonging to the Fabaceae (legume) family. It is widely known for its medicinal uses, particularly as a natural laxative. Here are some key details about this plant:

Characteristics:

• Leaves: Pinnate (feather-like) with 4–8 pairs of leaflets.

• Flowers: Yellow, with five petals, arranged in clusters.

• Fruit: Flat, pod-like, containing several seeds.

• Height: Typically grows 1–2 meters (3–6 feet) tall, though some species can reach up to 5 meters.

• Cultivation:

  • Climate: Thrives in warm, tropical, or subtropical regions.

  • Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

  • Propagation: Grown from seeds; drought-tolerant once established.