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Growth habit: Forb/herb (Source: USDA Plants)

Duration (Annual/Perennial): Perennial (Source: USDA Plants)

Family: Fabaceae

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USA: AZ , CA , NM , NV (Source: wildflower.org)

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Cultivation Notes: The ideal condition for growing Senna covesii are sandy well-drained soils. They are propagated easily from seed or cuttings. To maintain these semi-evergreen plants, prune regularly; their overall maintenance level is moderate. Occurring naturally in dry, rocky slopes and mesas. A free seeder, and once established will yield a profusion of offspring in subsequent years. (Source: UofA Arboretum)

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Ethnobotany: Coues’ cassia is known for being a butterfly attracting plant. This species is favored by the Cloudless Sulphur (Phoebis sennae) caterpillars. The leaves and even the petals will be eaten by certain insects. The species landscape value fits best in patios, gardens, or poolside. (Source: UofA Arboretum)