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Water consistently, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as American Sicklepod · Chinese Senna · Coffee-Weed
Senna obtusifolia, commonly known as sicklepod, is a tropical annual or short-lived perennial plant in the legume family, often considered a weed.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
90% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
60% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.
50% intensity
Warm
80% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-30°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
30% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Prune lightly in spring to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged branches. Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth.
Easily grown from seed sown directly outdoors after the last frost. Seeds can also be started indoors a few weeks prior to transplanting.
Not typically repotted as it is often grown as an annual or short-lived perennial. If grown in a container, repot in spring if root-bound.
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Where Java-Bean (Senna obtusifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Senna |
| Species | Senna obtusifolia |
Similar in genus Senna
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