Velvet Leaf Senna

Rescue Propagated- This plant was propagated from plants rescued by the Native Plant Rescue Project

Velvet Leaf Senna, also know as Lindheimer’s Senna

Senna lindheimeriana

Family- Pea

Central Texas Ecoregions- Edward’s Plateau

Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade

Wildlife Benefit- Bees, Birds, Butterflies 

Larval Host Plant- Sleepy Orange, Cloudless Sulphur, and other Sulphur butterflies

Bloom Time- August-November

Leaf Retention- Deciduous

Life Span- Perennial

Height- 3’-6’

Width- 1’-2'

Native Habitat- Dry rocky fields and hills

Additional Information- Makes a great specimen or background plant in a flower garden with a unique leaf structure that provides architectural interest. The leaves are very soft. Great fall bloomer.

Biodegradable Pots

Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots.  The biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)