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long-pod-cassia
Scientific Name: Cassia abbreviata
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
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Long-Pod Cassia (Cassia abbreviata)
Considerations for Pets
- This plant produces long seed pods that may attract attention.
Considerations for Children
- This plant produces long seed pods that may attract attention.
Common Names
- Long-Pod Cassia
- Long-Tail Cassia
- Sjambok Pod
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cassia abbreviata Oliv.
- Family: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
- Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
- Rank: Species
- Synonym: Cassia granitica Baker f. (for Cassia abbreviata Oliv. Var. grannitica (Baker f.))
- Taxonomic Serial No.: 819972
Distribution and Habitat
- Indigenous to Gabon and South Africa.
- Also found in Kruger National Park (Mpumalanga, South Africa), South Luangwa National Park (Eastern Province, Zambia).
Morphology and Growth Habits
- Typically a single-stemmed shrub or small tree, ranging in height from 2 to 15 meters.
- Has a medium round shape.
- Flowers are deep yellow and sweetly scented.
- The fruit is a legume, 30–60 cm (12–24 in) long and 1.5–2.5 centimeters.
- Dark grey/brown trunk.
Quirky Facts
- The Zulu people refer to the plant as "isinyembane", and use macerated bark and roots in water for dysentery treatment.
- Its common name "Sjambok Pod" hints at the appearance of its long, thin seed pods.
Ecological Role
- Attracts with its flowers and seed pods.
Additional Information
- The plant is ideal for small to medium-sized gardens.
- Dave's Garden is a resource for tips and ideas related to gardening.