Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia

Senna Didymobotrya

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Overview

Popcorn Cassia, Senna didymobotrya, is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and spreading 3-5 feet wide. Its pinnate foliage emits a popcorn-like scent when brushed, and it blooms with bright yellow, butterfly-attracting flowers in summer to fall. Ideal for USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full sun and well-draining soils. Use as an eye-catching accent or privacy screen. Prune regularly to maintain shape.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 10–11Climate Subtropical

Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and spreading 3-5 feet wide

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — the Senna didymobotrya is ideal for adding both vertical interest and a splash of color to, image 73

Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — the plant's unique fragrance adds an olfactory dimension to the garden that is particularly, image 77

Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — This species thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil conditions, image 74

Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; this species thrives in full sun to partial, image 75

Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — demonstrating moderate drought tolerance once established.<br><br>Moreover; its striking, image 76

Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — It also serves as an attractive plant for pollinators, inviting a variety of bees and, image 78

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