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Cassia afrofistula

Kenyan Shower
Also known as: Cassia afrofistula var. patentipila Brenan +1 more
  • Cassia afrofistula var. patentipila Brenan
  • Cassia fistula Brenan
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Fabaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.

Naturally occurring in Africa, Cassia afrofistula (commonly known as Kenyan shower) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in seasonally dry tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
East Tropical Africa, South Tropical Africa, Western Indian Ocean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Tanzania

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Zimbabwe

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