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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 10–11Type ShrubClimate Subtropical
Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — with a spread of 2 to 3 feet; its striking appearance, paired with its aromatic qualities, ensures a

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
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 garden designs
Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and spreading 3-5 feet wide
Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — Ideal for USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full sun and well-draining soils; butterfly-attracting flowers in
Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; this species thrives in full sun to partial shade and
Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — Use as an eye-catching accent or privacy screen
Popcorn Cassia, African Cassia (Senna Didymobotrya) — Due to the presence of compounds in its foliage that can deter pests; this species thrives in full sun to
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