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Dense senna, Grey Desert Senna
Scientific Name: Senna artemisioides ssp. sturtii (R. Br.) Randell
Synonym: Cassia sturtii, Senna sturtii, Senna artemisioides ssp. X sturtii
Family: Fabaceae

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 11-14 USDA: 9 Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Central Australia Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, up to 6 feet tall (1.8 m), 6 feet wide; pinnate leaves, 3 to 6 pairs of leaflets Watering Needs: Infrequent watering when established Propagation: Seeds

Blooming Habits:
The Cassia sturtii has yellow flowers in clusters of 4 to 8 flowers, all year around, with a slowing down period in winter.