Cassia aubrevillei - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pellegr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France94: 5 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214762
Common Names
- Cassia Aubrevillei
- Aubreville's Senna
- Aubreville's Cassia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cassia aubrevillei (also called Aubreville's Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia aubrevillei 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
The flower of Cassia aubrevillei is yellow and tubular in shape, with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped pod that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia aubrevillei is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to Europe. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in pots in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn and rooted in a cold frame. Layering can be done in late summer or autumn.
Where to Find Cassia aubrevillei
Cassia aubrevillei is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical woodlands.
Cassia aubrevillei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia aubrevillei?
Cassia aubrevillei
What is the common name of Cassia aubrevillei?
Aubreville's Senna
What is the natural habitat of Cassia aubrevillei?
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
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia aubrevillei Pellegr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.