Cassia abbreviata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 271 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214576
Common Names
- Cassia abbreviata
- Abbreviated Cassia
- Short-leaved Cassia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cassia abbreviata (also called Abbreviated Cassia, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to India and is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are small and narrow.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia abbreviata is used as a source of timber and firewood, and is also used in traditional medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cassia abbreviata sub. abbreviataCassia abbreviata sub. beareana (Holmes) Brenan
Cassia abbreviata sub. kassneri (Baker f.) Brenan
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cassia abbreviata has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Cassia abbreviata is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the roots. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent positions in late spring or early summer. Division of the roots should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Cassia abbreviata
Cassia abbreviata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Cassia abbreviata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia abbreviata?
Cassia abbreviata
What is the common name of Cassia abbreviata?
Abbreviated Cassia
What is the natural habitat of Cassia abbreviata?
Woodlands and scrubland in Australia
Species in the Cassia genus
Cassia burttii, Cassia eremophila, Cassia fistula, Cassia grandis, Cassia javanica, Cassia leiandra, Cassia mannii, Cassia psilocarpa, Cassia roxburghii, Cassia sieberiana, Cassia thyrsoidea, Cassia hintonii, Cassia rubriflora, Cassia swartzioides, Cassia ferruginea, Cassia leptophylla, Cassia moschata, Cassia spruceana, Cassia midas, Cassia regia, Cassia cowanii, Cassia tomentella, Cassia marksiana, Cassia queenslandica, Cassia bakeriana, Cassia johannae, Cassia hippophallus, Cassia abbreviata, Cassia afrofistula, Cassia angolensis, Cassia arereh, Cassia aubrevillei, Cassia artensis, Cassia fikifiki, Cassia brewsteri, Cassia fastuosa, Cassia lancangensis, Cassia mystacicarpa,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia abbreviata Oliv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.