Cassia spruceana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 92 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174027
Common Names
- Spruce's Cassia
- Spruce's Senna
- Spruce's Coffee Senna
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- Cassia sagotiana Benth. [valid]
Description
Cassia spruceana (also called Spruce's Cassia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m (16 ft) tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cassia spruceana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for fodder and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cassia spruceana is a yellow, pea-like flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a flat, oblong, brown seed, about 5 mm long. The seedling is a small, bright green, oval-shaped seedling with two cotyledons.
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Cassia spruceana can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate spacing and growth. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.
Where to Find Cassia spruceana
Cassia spruceana is native to Central and South America, and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Cassia spruceana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassia spruceana?
Cassia spruceana
What are the common names of Cassia spruceana?
Spruce Cassia, Spruce Senna, and Spruce Candlebush
What is the natural habitat of Cassia spruceana?
It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cassia spruceana Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.