Sesbania cannabina - Uses, Benefits & Care
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(Retz.) Pers.
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178051
Common Names
- Sesbania cannabina
- Hemp Sesbania
- Indian Hemp
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- Sesbania cannabina floribunda Gagnep. [unknown]
Description
Sesbania cannabina (also called hemp sesbania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with bright yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas and is commonly found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Sesbania cannabina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: yellow, tubular, about 5 cm long. Seed: small, black, oblong. Seedlings: dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sesbania cannabina can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Sesbania cannabina
Sesbania cannabina is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, tropical forests.
Sesbania cannabina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sesbania cannabina?
Sesbania cannabina
What is the family of Sesbania cannabina?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Sesbania cannabina?
Hemp Sesbania
Species in the Sesbania genus
Sesbania exasperata, Sesbania macroptera, Sesbania oligosperma, Sesbania tomentosa, Sesbania vesicaria, Sesbania brevipedunculata, Sesbania cannabina, Sesbania cinerascens, Sesbania coerulescens, Sesbania dummeri, Sesbania goetzei, Sesbania greenwayi, Sesbania hirtistyla, Sesbania keniensis, Sesbania leptocarpa, Sesbania macowaniana, Sesbania macrantha, Sesbania mossambicensis, Sesbania notialis, Sesbania pachycarpa, Sesbania paucisemina, Sesbania punicea, Sesbania quadrata, Sesbania rostrata, Sesbania sericea, Sesbania sesban, Sesbania grandiflora, Sesbania somalensis, Sesbania speciosa, Sesbania sphaerocarpa, Sesbania subalata, Sesbania sudanica, Sesbania tetraptera, Sesbania transvaalensis, Sesbania wildemannii, Sesbania herbacea, Sesbania virgata, Sesbania coccinea, Sesbania drummondii, Sesbania longifolia, Sesbania javanica, Sesbania chippendalei, Sesbania formosa, Sesbania erubescens, Sesbania simpliciuscula, Sesbania brachycarpa, Sesbania benthamiana, Sesbania campylocarpa, Sesbania concolor, Sesbania madagascariensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518447-1: Based on the initial data import