Cassia arereh - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Delile
Source:
ildis
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
F.Cailliaud, Voy. Méroé: 29 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214743
Common Names
- Cassia Arereh
- Coffee Senna
- Arereh Cassia
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- Cathartocarpus atteleh (Delile) G.Don [valid]
Description
Cassia arereh (also called Arereh 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 arereh 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 arereh 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 arereh 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 arereh
Cassia arereh is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.
Cassia arereh FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia arereh?
Cassia arereh
What is the common name of Cassia arereh?
Arereh Senna
What is the natural habitat of Cassia arereh?
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
Alire Raffeneau Delile (1778-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delile' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia arereh Delile: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.