Cassia sophera
Uses
China: shoots, seeds, leaves and flowers may be eaten. Bitter elements are removed by washing. Leaves contain senna and chrysophanic acid, which are purgative. India (area unspecified): leaves eaten after boiling to remove disagreeable smell and flavor; (Madras Presidency): fruit eaten (?). Leaves eaten as greens;
Additional Information
- Name Authority:
- L.; Wall.
- Vernaculars:
- Poona district, Bombay Presidency: Kashawada. Tamil: Poonaverie. Telugu: Pydee tanghadu. English: Sophera Senna