Cassia angolensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Welw. ex Hiern
Source:
ildis
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl.1: 291 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214735
Common Names
- Cassia angolensis
- Angolan Senna
- Angolan Cassia
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- Cassia mannii vanhouttei De Wild. [valid]
Description
Cassia angolensis (also called Angolan Senna, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has an erect habit and is characterized by its pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It is usually found in dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia angolensis is a shrub that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has a number of medicinal uses, including treating digestive issues, respiratory problems, and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cassia angolensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia angolensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out directly into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.
Where to Find Cassia angolensis
Cassia angolensis is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.
Cassia angolensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia angolensis?
Cassia angolensis
What is the common name of Cassia angolensis?
Angolan Senna
What is the natural habitat of Cassia angolensis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and 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
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia angolensis Welw. ex Hiern: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.