Cassia johannae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vatke
Source:
ildis
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z.30: 78 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193315
Common Names
- Cassia johannae
- Gleditsia fera
- Leucochloron incuriale
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cassia johannae (also called Johann's Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 5 m tall. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia johannae is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cassia johannae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia johannae is a tropical plant native to Thailand and Cambodia. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem and can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Cassia johannae
Cassia johannae is native to Africa and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles.
Cassia johannae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia johannae?
Cassia johannae
What is the common name of Cassia johannae?
Johannae's Cassia
What is the natural habitat of Cassia johannae?
Tropical rainforests of Central 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
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia johannae Vatke: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.