Cassia regia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.18: 103 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175604
Common Names
- Regia Cassia
- Royal Cassia
- Cassia Regia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cassia regia (also called Royal Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions, often in areas with sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia regia is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cassia regia is a yellow, pea-like flower with a long corolla tube. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia regia is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist rooting medium.
Where to Find Cassia regia
Cassia regia is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Cassia regia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia regia?
Cassia regia
What is the common name of Cassia regia?
Regal Senna
What is the natural habitat of Cassia regia?
Dry open woods, thickets, and roadsides in tropical and subtropical regions
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
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:48971-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia × regia Standl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.