Wild Senna is a tall, bushy plant with bright yellow flowers that bloom in midsummer. Its compound leaves and striking seed pods add to its ornamental value. Historically, it has been used for medicinal purposes.
Habitat
It grows in moist meadows and along stream banks.
Diet
Bees and butterflies are frequent visitors, and it provides shelter for small wildlife.
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Wild Senna
The best time to see a Wild Senna is July–August, when about 68% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 3,934 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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