Cassia bicapsularis Cassia,
Winter Cassia
The
Winter Cassia (Cassia
bicapsularis or Senna bicapsularis)
is a winter bloomer that puts on a wonderful floral
display around the holiday season (although photos
below-right were taken early May). The flowers are also
very attractive to bees and butterflies. The plant,
a member of the Royal Poinciana family, can be found in
almost all the tropical areas of the world. The tree can
be kept as a potted specimen with judicious pruning.
Makes an excellent small specimen for limited-space
areas such as street sides or parking lots.
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Plant
Facts:
Common Name:
Cassia,
Winter Cassia
Botanical Name:
Cassia bicapsularis or
Senna bicapsularis
Family:
Caesalpiniaceae
Plant Type:
Deciduous tree north of Zone 10
Origin:
Tropical America
Zones:
9 - 11
Height: 12'
Rate of Growth: Fast
Salt Tolerance:
Low
Soil Requirements:
Sandy-loam, well drained soil
Water Requirements:
Moderate
Nutritional Requirements: Balanced
liquid fertilizer monthly
Light Requirements: Full
sun
Form:
Multi-stem upright shrub or small tree
Leaves:
Dark green, obovate, three to five pairs
Flowers:
Deep golden yellow
Fruits: Pods
Pests or diseases:
None
major
Uses: Specimen
plant, shrub
Bad Habits:
Flowers attract many bees and butterflies
Cost: $$ --
Very reasonable
Propagation:
Seeds, very easy, pour boiling water over them and allow to soak overnight
before planting
Sources:  Tropical
Look: An Encyclopedia of Dramatic Landscape Plants;
 Flowering
Trees of Florida
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