Senna surattensis (Glaucous Cassia)
Botanical names: Senna surattensis, Senna sulfurea, Cassia glauca, Cassia surattensis
Common names: Glaucous Cassia, Scrambled Egg Bush
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
Origin: Marqueas, India, Sri Lanka
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Cassia is a large genus with some 500 species, among which are a number of highly attractive flowering trees. This is a medium to large tree (Height: 18-20 Feet. Spread: 15-18 Feet) with ovate, pointed leaflets; when these drop, usually in the dry season, masses of bright gold flower clusters appear on almost every branch. Cassia likes full sun and well-drained soil and to bloom profusely require a dry season. Bright yellow clusters of flowers. Pea-like pod containing 3 to 5 seeds. Season: Fall - Winter. Specimen or Landscape Tree.
Similar plants: Senna surattensis (Glaucous Cassia)
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- Cassia bahamensis (Bahama Senna)
- 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 polyphylla (Desert Cassia)
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Glaucous Cassia, Scrambled Egg Bush. This is a medium tree with ovate, pointed leaflets; when these drop, usually in the dry season, masses of bright gold flower clusters appear on almost every branch. Profuse bloomer, butterfly attractor. Specimen or Landscape Tree.