This leguminous tree is native to the Indian subcontinent. It is believed to decrease purulent discharge and act as a local antiseptic. Cassia fistula. Leaves alternate, pinnate, 30-40 cm long, with 4-8 pairs of ovate leaflets, The medicinal use of Cassia fistula dates from ancient times and has been the main factor in its spread. Applications: Feature tree, residential street or lawn tree in suitable climates. Bark of the Aragvadha is extensively used by Ayurveda in India in the treatment of inflammatory swellings and as a cleaning agent for ulcers and wounds. Cassia fistula has a special activity by which it has a regulatory action on all three body energies such as Vata, Pitta and Kapha. This is a large tree, with a trunk of hard, heavy wood, dividing towards the top into numerous spreading branches, and covered with a smooth ash-colored bark. Spread: Plant Type: Vegetation Type: Evergreen; Purity Range: 97-99% Germination Range: 70-90% Shelf Life: 2-6 years cold & dry; Storage: Cold & Dry @ 34-41 Deg. Golden Shower Tree, Indian Laburnum. Cassia fistula (Golden-Shower) Botanical Description Flower Image Foliage Golden shower (Cassia fistula) is also regarded as an environmental weed in the Northern Territory, where it is actively managed by community groups. You will see lots of weak, leafy growth and few flowers F Sowing Density: 15-30 seedlings/ft2 Plant Use: Nitrogen Fixing: No Leaf Color: Green Flower Color: Yellow The fruits are also used as a laxative. The tree is known by many common names; the most popular ones are Golden Shower, Pudding Pipe, and Indian Laburnum. Its special effect (prabhava) is to cause mild purgation. Cassia fistula is the most widely known Cassia in India. Cassia fistula Pink Shower Tree Cassia bakeriana Queens Crape-myrtle Lagerstroemia speciosa Height: 30' to 60' Spread: 30' to 40' Growth Rate: Fast Light Requirements: Full sun Flower Color: Pink to lavender Bloom Time: May to September Roots: Not a problem Zone: 10B–11 Seed Pods: 1" brown pods Bark is attractive. Cassia Fistula Medicinal Uses. Scatter a small amount of all-purpose fertilizer lightly under plants from the stem to beyond the outer spread of branches or foliage; Water slowly and deeply; NOTE: Never over fertilize! Spread at Maturity: 8 to 10 meters Time to Ultimate Height: 10 to 20 Years. It is now widespread in East Africa and several of the Indian Ocean islands. Features: Profuse golden flowers in late spring. A medium-sized tree renowned for its 'shower' of stunning golden flowers. Cassia fistula is a medium sized deciduous tree, 10 m tall with a straight trunk to 5 m, 1 m diameter and spreading branches. It has also spread from cultivation on Koolan Island and in the King Leopold Range in Western Australia." Stem bark pale grey, smooth and slender when young and dark brown and rough when old. Cassia Fistula L. (Cathartocarpus Fistula Persoon). Description These three body energies are the foundation pillars of a healthy human body and is also the basis of all Ayurvedic treatment protocols. Cassia fistula probably originates from India and Sri Lanka, but is now pantropical. Stem and leaves