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Cassia (syn. Senna) marilandica
Maryland Senna
Plant Type:
SUN PERENNIALSCassia (syn. Senna) marilandica - This large growing herbaceous member of the Fabaceae forms a dense thicket with an almost shrub-like affect composed of bright green pinnate, ferny leaves. The leaves of Wild Senna look delicate, soft but belie the toughness of this perennial. Huge numbers of clustered bright yellow flowers adorn the strong stems in mid- to late summer. Indian Senna, another common moniker, is a good wildlife plant attracting bees, butterflies and their larvae and even hummingbirds. It will self sow if happy. Full to half sun in fertile to average, draining soil. Cassia (syn. Senna) marilandica will even grow in clay. Cutting grown, by seed or by division.
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Characteristics and Attributes for Cassia (syn. Senna) marilandica
Season of Interest (Flowering)
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
- Spring / Summer
Nature Attraction
- Honey Bees & Native Bees
- Deer Resistant
- Butterflies
- Hummingbirds
Light
- Full Sun
- Mostly Sunny
Attributes
- Border
- Drought Tolerant
- Wildlife Garden
- Natural Garden
Growth Rate in the Garden
- Moderately Fast
Soil
- Average
- Draining
Origins
- Eastern U.S.
Propagated By
- Division