Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia)
Senna polyphylla with clusters of yellow flower along the thin woody branches
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
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Large bush or small tree; suitable for bonsai
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsA 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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- Cassia occidentalis (Coffee Senna)
- Cassia spectabilis (Cassia)
- 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)
Senna polyphylla with small yellow flower clusters on a compact tree base
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) yellow flower plant with small green leaves in a black container.
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) yellow flower clusters emerging from small oval gray green leaves
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) displays clusters of vibrant yellow flowers nestled among tiny green foliage segments.
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) yellow flower cluster with small green pinnate leaves hanging down together
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) yellow flower clusters nestled among the dense small green foliage
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) plant with many small yellow flowers covering thin weeping green branches.
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) tree with many yellow flowers and green needle-like leaves against sky.
Senna polyphylla yellow flowers hanging from thin branches with numerous tiny green leaves
Senna polyphylla yellow flower clusters surrounded by small green compound foliage leaves
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) tree covered in yellow flowers on thin branches above dark mulch.
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) yellow flowers appear on thin upright branches in a beige container.
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) tree with small fine foliage and many yellow flower clusters
Senna polyphylla (Desert Cassia) yellow flower clusters bloom along the thin, delicate green leafy branches
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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
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
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Grown in
10"/3 gal pot