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Cassia leptophylla (Gold medallion tree)
1 hour care
per year
per year
7.5m
Max height
Max height
9m
Max spread
Max spread
10-20 years
To maturity
To maturity
Low
Toxicity
Toxicity
Plant details
Botanical name
Cassia leptophylla
Other names
Gold medallion tree
Genus
Cassia Cassia
Species
C. leptophylla - C. leptophylla is a tender, open, spreading, semi-evergreen tree bearing pinnate leaves with ovate, mid- to dark green leaves and upright racemes of fragrant, bright yellow flowers in summer followed by long, dark brown, cylindrical seed pods.
Cassia leptophylla is: Semi evergreen
Habit
Open branches, Spreading
Toxicity
Seeds are toxic if ingested.
Flower
Bright-yellow in Summer
Foliage
Green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Glasshouse red spider mite , Glasshouse whitefly Glasshouse red spider mite , Glasshouse whitefly
Diseases
Generally disease-free.
General care
Pruning
Pruning group 1 in early spring. May need restrictive pruning if grown under glass. Height may be shorter if grown under glass or in colder climates.
Propagation
Sow seed at 18-21C in spring.
Propagation methods
Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed
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Where to grow
Cassia leptophylla (Gold medallion tree) will reach a height of 7.5m and a spread of 9m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Sub-Tropical, Drought Tolerant, Cottage/Informal, Containers, City, Beds and borders, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation
Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light. In growth, water freely & feed monthly. Top dress or pot on in spring. In frost-free areas, grow outdoors in moderately fertile, deep, well-drained soil in sun. Drought tolerant once established. Tends to drop older leaves in winter or drought.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3), Indoor heated (H1)
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Botanical name
Cassia leptophylla
Other names
Gold medallion tree
Genus
Cassia Cassia
Species
C. leptophylla - C. leptophylla is a tender, open, spreading, semi-evergreen tree bearing pinnate leaves with ovate, mid- to dark green leaves and upright racemes of fragrant, bright yellow flowers in summer followed by long, dark brown, cylindrical seed pods.
Native to
Brazil
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Open branches, Spreading
Toxicity
Seeds are toxic if ingested.
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Colour
Flower
Bright-yellow in Summer
Foliage
Green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Glasshouse red spider mite , Glasshouse whitefly
Diseases
Generally disease-free.
General care
Pruning
Pruning group 1 in early spring. May need restrictive pruning if grown under glass. Height may be shorter if grown under glass or in colder climates.
Propagation
Sow seed at 18-21C in spring.
Propagation methods
Semi-ripe cuttings, Seed
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Where to grow
Cassia leptophylla (Gold medallion tree) will reach a height of 7.5m and a spread of 9m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Sub-Tropical, Drought Tolerant, Cottage/Informal, Containers, City, Beds and borders, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation
Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light. In growth, water freely & feed monthly. Top dress or pot on in spring. In frost-free areas, grow outdoors in moderately fertile, deep, well-drained soil in sun. Drought tolerant once established. Tends to drop older leaves in winter or drought.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3), Indoor heated (H1)
USDA zones
Zone 12, Zone 11, Zone 10
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