Maryland Senna (Senna marilandica)
Maryland Senna is a 3’ to 6’ tall native legume with showy racemes of yellow flowers. A mid to late summer flowering plant that grows well in full sun or partial shade and dry to wet soils. The seeds are relished by quail, turkey and many other birds.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Maryland Senna (Senna marilandica) |
Alternatative Common Names | Maryland Wild Senna, Wild Senna |
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Bloom Season | Summer |
Group | Legume |
Bloom Color | Yellow |
Duration | Perennial |
Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic);Wet (Hydric) |
Soil texture | Coarse (Sand);Medium (Silt/Loam);Fine (Clay) |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun;Part Shade |
Status | Native |
Wetland status | FAC;FACW |
pH | Acidic;Neutral |
pH Values | 4.0/7.0 |
Average height | 4-5ft |
USDA Zones | 4a;4b;5a;5b;6a;6b;7a;7b;8a;8b; |
RNS Region | 1;2;3 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 20500 |
Seeds Per Oz | 1281 |
Seeds Per Packet | 75 |
Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Wildlife Cover;Wildlife Food; |