Cassia queenslandica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.White
Source:
ildis
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland50: 74 (1938 publ. 1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188638
Common Names
- Cassia queenslandica
- Queenslandica Cassia
- Queensland Cassia
Searching for Cassia queenslandica? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cassia queenslandica (also called Queensland Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in sandy soils in heathland and woodland areas. It has small yellow flowers that bloom from August to October.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia queenslandica is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cassia queenslandica has small yellow flowers. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Searching for Cassia queenslandica? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia queenslandica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.
Where to Find Cassia queenslandica
Cassia queenslandica is found in Queensland.
Cassia queenslandica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia queenslandica?
Cassia queenslandica
What is the common name of Cassia queenslandica?
Queensland Cassia
What is the natural habitat of Cassia queenslandica?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands of south-eastern 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
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia queenslandica C.T.White: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.