Emperor's Candlesticks


Scientific Name: Senna alata (L.) Roxb.
Synonym: Cassia alata, Herpetica alata
Family: Fabaceae
Emperor's Candlesticks(Senna alata)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 23,25-27
USDA: 10-12

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Argentina

Growth Habits: Evergreen or semideciduous brush or small tree, 8 to 12 feet tall (2.4-3.6 m, 10 to 15 feet spread (3-4.5 m)ets each 2 to 4 inches long (5-10 cm)

Flowers: Yellow flowers

Watering Needs: Regular to moderate water, needs good drainage

Propagation: Cuttings or seeds

Emperor's Candlesticks(Senna alata)

The Emperor's Candlesticks is invasive in many tropical areas.

Emperor's Candlesticks(Senna alata)

Blooming Habits:
Golden yellow flowers, 1 inch wide (2.5 cm)

Fruiting Habits:
Brown pod, 6 to 12 inches long (15-30 cm)

Culture:
Prune back hard in the spring.


 

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