Cassia hintonii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sandwith
Source:
ildis
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1936: 5 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165120
Common Names
- Hinton's Cassia
- Hinton's Senna
- Hinton's Wild Senna
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cassia hintonii (also called Cassia hintonii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. This plant is found in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia hintonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and for soil improvement.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cassia hintonii are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are flat, oval-shaped, and black in color. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia hintonii is a fast-growing, tropical shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained, moist soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature shrubs and planted in a potting mix with good drainage.
Where to Find Cassia hintonii
Cassia hintonii is found in Mexico and Central America.
Cassia hintonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia hintonii?
Cassia hintonii
What is the common name of Cassia hintonii?
Hinton's Senna
What is the natural habitat of Cassia hintonii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America
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
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia hintonii Sandwith: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.