Senna Species, Succulent Cassia, Taraby Plant

Sennameridionalis

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Senna (SEN-nuh)
Species
meridionalis (mer-id-ee-oh-NAL-iss)
Synonym
Cassia meridionalis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Trees
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From woody stem cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Bonsall, California

Lakewood, California

Vista, California(9 reports)

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
0
neutral
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negative
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Vista, CA | August 2008 | positive

This is a xerophytic shrub or small tree with excellent potential as a Bonsai subject. Very slow growing in pot culture. Deciduous tha...Read More

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