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Limestone Cassia, Oval-leaf Cassia
Scientific Name: Senna artemisioides ssp. oligophylla F. Muell.
Synonym: Cassia oligophylla
Family: Fabaceae

Show Larger Picture Cassia oligophylla at the Desert Botanical Garden plant sale in March

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 12-14 USDA: 9-11 Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Central Australia Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, 3 to 5 feet tall (90-150 cm), 5 feet spread (150 cm) Watering Needs: Infrequent watering when established Propagation: Seeds (nicked and soaked for 24 hours), or cuttings

Blooming Habits:
Yellow flowers in winter