Valamuerto (Senna pendula)
Senna pendula, commonly known as Valamuerto, is a fast-growing shrub native to South America, admired for its bright yellow flowers and historical medicinal uses.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water moderately, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 18-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sun for best blooms.
Water moderately, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Ideal growing range is 18-25 °C.
Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Every 4-6 weeks in spring and summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-3 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
3-4 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusSenna
- speciesSenna pendula
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No