Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia)
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Botanical names: Senna polyphylla, Cassia biflora, Cassia microphylla,Cassia polyphylla, Cassia tenuissima, Peiranisia polyphylla
Common name: Desert Cassia
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
Origin: Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Bahamas
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
A small tree with a beautiful cascading habit, tiny leaves, suitable for pot culture and bonsai. This early bloomer produces 1" yellow flowers. Flowers: fall to spring. Excels in toughest conditions, chosen as plant of the year in 1999 by the Florida Nurserymen and Growers Associations. The desert cassia requires little to no care and is drought tolerant. Propagated from seed. There are no pests or diseases associated with this tree. Attracts butterflies. Other names: Cassia biflora, Cassia marginata, Cassia microphylla, Cassia polyphylla, Cassia tenuissima, Peiranisia polyphylla
Similar plants: Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia)
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- Senna alata (Empress candle plant)
- Senna bicapsularis (Butterfly Cassia)
- Senna corymbosa (Southern Cassia)
- Senna floribunda (Golden Showy Cassia)
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- Senna sp. (Cassia)
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Ordering seeds info
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
Seed Germination Mix #3, professional grade
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Ordering seeds info
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
Seed Germination Mix #3, professional grade
SUNSHINE-Epi - Seeds and cuttings booster
SUNSHINE Bombino - Young Plant Booster
Per pack: 12 seeds
3 Packs in stock
$8.95
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Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
This item is certified for shipping to all states/territories, including Puerto Rico (with phytocertificate), US VI (with phytocertificate), Louisiana, Texas, California (with phytocertificate).