Desert Senna

Senna covesii, Fabaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Green Desert SpoonDasylirion acrotrichum

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

Summer FarewellDalea pinnata

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Arrowhead RattleboxCrotalaria sagittalis

Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Desert CassiaSenna polyphylla

Closely related Senna species compete intensively and may exhibit allelopathic inhibition

Silver CassiaSenna artemisioides

Senna species produce anthraquinones and other compounds that can inhibit related species

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationPollinator SupportSoil ImprovementErosion Control

Medicinal Uses

LaxativeDigestive AidSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Desert Senna grow in?

Desert Senna grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

Is Desert Senna a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Desert Senna is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Desert Senna?

Good companions for Desert Senna include Green Desert Spoon, Summer Farewell, Arrowhead Rattlebox.

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