Maryland senna
About Maryland senna
Maryland senna is a super rare houseplant šæ that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Maryland senna likes soil that is well draining.
Maryland senna belongs to the senna genus, and is native to North America.
Taxonomy
Senna marilandica
Senna
Fabaceae
Fabales
Also known as
Maryland wild senna
How to care for Maryland senna
Water
How often to water your Maryland senna
every 9
Maryland senna needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Maryland senna in your home
a window
Maryland senna love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Maryland senna does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Maryland senna in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Maryland senna
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Maryland senna after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Maryland senna is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Maryland senna prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Maryland senna requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Maryland senna does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Growth Pattern
Maryland senna grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Maryland senna can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Maryland senna
Maryland senna
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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