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Java-bean

Senna obtusifolia

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 8 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (22 countries), Asia (13 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (10 countries), and South America (5 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French Cassie

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Java-bean?
The scientific name of Java-bean is Senna obtusifolia. It belongs to the genus Senna.
What is the conservation status of Java-bean?
Java-bean (Senna obtusifolia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Java-bean live?
Java-bean is found in Widely distributed across Africa (22 countries), Asia (13 countries), Europe (9 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (10 countries), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Comoros.
What family does Java-bean belong to?
Java-bean (Senna obtusifolia) belongs to the genus Senna, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.
Is Java-bean endangered?
No, Java-bean (Senna obtusifolia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Java-bean belong to?
Java-bean (Senna obtusifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Java-bean?
The closest relatives of Java-bean in the genus Senna include alexandrinische Senna, geflügelte Kassie, Stink-Kassie, Arsenic bush, Casia amarilla.

Native Range — 64 Countries

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