Cassia grandis, Pink Shower, Coral Shower, Horse Cassia

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Cassia grandis, Pink Shower, Coral Shower, Horse Cassia

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Cassia grandis
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
Pink Shower, Coral Shower, Horse Cassia
Origin: Central and South America, Amazon
Small tree 10-20 ft

Ethnomedical plant.
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A medium size semi-deciduous tropical tree having profuse blooms of pink flowers throughout the Spring. It usually blooms earlier (February-April) than many of its common relatives. Has only moderate hardiness, surviving only brief cool spells. Large, hard, black pods up to 3' are produced after flowers fade in summer. The sweet pulp of fruit is edible and used as a laxative.

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Cassia grandis - red Cassia

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2202 Cassia grandis - red Cassia

Rare red Cassia. A medium size tree having profuse blooms of dark pink to crimson flowers throughout the Spring. It usually blooms earlier (February-April) than many of its common relatives. The sweet pulp of fruit is edible and used as a laxative.
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Grown in 6"/1 gal pot

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Cassia grandis - seeds

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2512 Cassia grandis - seeds

Medium to large size tropical tree. The "coral shower tree" usually blooms earlier than many of its common relatives. Soak seeds before planting for 24 hours. Plant 1" deep. Keep warm, damp and in bright light.
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RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
Seed Germination Mix #3, professional grade
SUNSHINE-S - Seeds and cuttings booster
Myco Mix - pro-mix with Mycorrhiza
SUNSHINE Bombino - Young Plant Booster

Per pack: 6 seeds

10 Packs in stock

$7.00

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