Cassia javanica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 379 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164126
Common Names
- Javanica Cassia
- Javanica Bean
- Javanica Tree
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- Cathartocarpus javanicus (L.) Pers. [valid]
- Bactyrilobium javanica (L.) Hornem. [valid]
Description
Cassia javanica (also called ‘Brazilian Teak’, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It has a straight trunk, a rounded crown, and pinnate leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia javanica is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal agent. It is also used as a dye and for tanning leather.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cassia javanica sub. renigera (Wall. ex Baker) K.LarsenCassia javanica sub. bartonii (F.M.Bailey) K.Larsen
Cassia javanica sub. pubiflora (Merr.) K.Larsen
Cassia javanica var. javanica
Cassia javanica sub. agnes (de Wit) K.Larsen
Cassia javanica sub. microcalyx (H.S.Irwin & Barneby) K.Larsen
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cassia javanica is a yellow, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped structure. The seedlings are small, dark green, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Cassia javanica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Cassia javanica
Cassia javanica is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Cassia javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia javanica?
Cassia javanica
What is the common name of Cassia javanica?
Java cassia
What is the natural range of Cassia javanica?
Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia javanica L.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.