Wild SennaSenna hebecarpa
a.k.a. American Senna
Wild Senna is a great restoration plant, with yellow flowers that attract pollinators in summer and beautiful foliage and black seed pods in the fall. It has a horizontal root system that helps with erosion control and buffering against winds.
USDA symbol: SEHE3
General Information
| Plant Type | Forb |
|---|---|
| Height | 3 to 6 feet |
| Light Exposure | Sun, Part Sun |
| Soil Moisture | Medium |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
Tolerances
| Flooding / Inundation Tolerance | Moderate |
|---|---|
| General Resilience | 7 |
| Salt Tolerance | Medium |
| Stress Tolerance | Drought Tolerant, General Disturbance |
Pollinator Value: Medium
| Bloom Months | July to August |
|---|
Project Planning
| Project Type | Rain Garden, Restoration |
|---|---|
| Coefficient of Conservatism | 4 |
| Herbivore Sensitivity | Low |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Rate of Spread | Slow |
| Soil Stabilization | Deep |