Senna lindheimeriana (Lindheimer's Senna)

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Also known as Velvet Leaf Senna, Velvet-leaf Wild Sensitive-plant.

Lindheimer's Senna is a graceful, bushy perennial with yellow blooms. It grows in sun or part shade, in shallow limestone soil, on hillsides or dry, rocky fields. Its leaves are gray, thick and have a velvety texture. It is effective in a garden as either a specimen, or background plant. Birds and other wildlife eat the seeds. It is bumble bee favorite.

 

AT A GLANCE

Texas native Yes
Water use Low
Sun exposure Sun to part shade
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Summer, fall
Mature height 3-6 ft
Mature spread 3-4 ft
Attracts Birds, butterflies, bees
Host plant Sleepy Orange butterfly, Sulphur butterflies.
Notes Bumble bee friendly. Need well-draining soil. 

 

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Present in state
Present in county and native
Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state
Not present in state
Present and rare, native in county
Previously present, now extinct
Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)