Trans-pecos Senna (Senna pilosior)
Description: The Trans-Pecos Senna grows only in Big Bend National Park. The plant thrives in a desert habitat, and prefers gravelly soil. The low-growing perennial (less than one-foot tall) produces vibrant yellow flowers with 5 petals, brown veins, and light brown stamens. The stems are covered with fine hairs.
Family: Fabaceae
Synonym(s): Cassia pilosior
USDA Symbol: SEPI3
Duration: Perennial
Habit: Herb
Size Class: 0-1 ft.
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: Mar, Apr, May
Water Use: Low
Light Requirements: Part Sun
Soil Moisture: Moist
Bloom Notes: Special Value to Bumble Bees
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