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(Senna candolleana)
Golden Cassia (Senna candolleana)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements
| • Precipitation | 3" - 55" |
| • High Temp. | 60°F - 103°F |
| • Low Temp. | 18°F - 67°F |
Summary
Senna candolleana, commonly known as Golden Cassia, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to open woodlands and scrub areas in Central Chile and Argentina. It typically grows to a height of 5-6 feet (1.5-1.8 meters) and a width of 6 feet (1.8 meters). Golden Cassia has a rounded form with pinnate leaves that are green to blue-green in color. It produces bright yellow, showy flowers in racemes during the spring and summer months, which are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Golden Cassia is valued for its drought tolerance and vibrant floral display, making it a suitable choice for water-wise gardens, xeriscaping, and as an ornamental feature in Mediterranean climates. It is also used for border planting and as a specimen plant in residential gardens. This plant prefers full sun to part shade and thrives in well-drained soils. While it is drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry periods. Golden Cassia is relatively low-maintenance but may require pruning to maintain its shape and size. It is generally pest-free, although it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly draining soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Golden Cassia is valued for its drought tolerance and vibrant floral display, making it a suitable choice for water-wise gardens, xeriscaping, and as an ornamental feature in Mediterranean climates. It is also used for border planting and as a specimen plant in residential gardens. This plant prefers full sun to part shade and thrives in well-drained soils. While it is drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry periods. Golden Cassia is relatively low-maintenance but may require pruning to maintain its shape and size. It is generally pest-free, although it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly draining soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 5-6 feet
- Width: 5-6 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to open woodlands and scrub areas in Central Chile and Argentina
Other Names
Common Names: Quebracho, Alcaparra
Scientific Names: Cassia candolleana, Senna candolleana, Cassia closiana, Cassia emarginata, Cassia obtusa, Cassia quebracho
GBIF Accepted Name: Senna candolleana (Vogel) H.S.Irwin & Barneby