Desert Senna
Senna covesii
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Perennial |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low water once established |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Pollinators | Butterflies |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
2' - 5' |
| Flowering Season | April - October |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Leaf Description | Oblong leaves, has an apiculate gland on the petioles. |
| Fruit | Green / brown oblong pod with small hairs on it. The pod opens when matures and spreads the seeds. |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 1000-3000 ft. |
| Description | A beautiful semi-evergreen plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Prefers sandy, well draining soils and do well when pruned regularly. |
