Cassia sieberiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 489 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164753
Common Names
- Sieberiana Cassia
- Sieberiana Senna
- Sieberiana Wattle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cassia kotschyana Oliv. [valid]
- Cathartocarpus sieberianus (DC.) G.Don [valid]
- Cassia conspicua (G.Don) Vogel [valid]
- Cathartocarpus conspicuus G.Don [valid]
- Cassia sieberiana macrocarpa Pellegr. [valid]
- Cassia javanica Sieber ex Benth. [illegitimate]
Description
Cassia sieberiana (also called Sieber's Cassia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It typically reaches heights of 10-20 m and has a dense, spreading canopy. It grows in a variety of habitats, from moist forests to dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia sieberiana is used as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments such as fever, indigestion, constipation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cassia sieberiana are yellow, with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two opposite leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassia sieberiana is a perennial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Where to Find Cassia sieberiana
Cassia sieberiana is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia. It can be found in tropical forests, woodlands, and savannas.
Cassia sieberiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia sieberiana?
Cassia sieberiana
What is the common name of Cassia sieberiana?
Sieber's Cassia
What is the natural habitat of Cassia sieberiana?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia sieberiana DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.