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Apple blossom

Cassia javanica

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The Apple blossom (Cassia javanica) is a species in the genus Cassia. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms.

Widely distributed across Africa (10 countries), Asia (India, Laos, Taiwan), North America (5 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Cassia javanica (Apple blossom)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese cássia-javanesa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Apple blossom?

The scientific name of Apple blossom is Cassia javanica. It belongs to the genus Cassia.

Where does Apple blossom live?

Apple blossom is found in Widely distributed across Africa (10 countries), Asia (India, Laos, Taiwan), North America (5 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Chad, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Ecuador, Gabon, Guinea, India.

What family does Apple blossom belong to?

Apple blossom (Cassia javanica) belongs to the genus Cassia, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does Apple blossom belong to?

Apple blossom (Cassia javanica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Apple blossom?

The closest relatives of Apple blossom in the genus Cassia include appleblossom cassia, Brewster's cassia, Bronze Shower Tree, Golden shower, Kenyan shower.