Cassia artensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Beauvis.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Bot. Lyon26: 19 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589083
Common Names
- Artensis cassia
- Cassia artensis
- Artensis
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- Mac-leayia multiflora Montrouz. [valid]
- Macleayia artensis Montrouz. ex Beauvis. [valid]
Description
Cassia artensis (also called Artesian Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has long, thin branches with bright green, oval-shaped leaves. It is often found in wet, sandy soils in open areas, such as along rivers and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia artensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cassia artensis has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia artensis is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does best in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Cassia artensis
Cassia artensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, South America, and parts of Asia.
Cassia artensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia artensis?
Cassia artensis
What is the common name of Cassia artensis?
Artemisia cassia
What is the native range of Cassia artensis?
Tropical Africa
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
Georges Eugène Charles Beauvisage (1852-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauvis.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:484143-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia artensis Beauvis.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.