Senna occidentalis (weed)
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Senna occidentalis (weed) (L.) Link - (coffee senna)
This weed is widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows as a small shrub up to about 2 m and competes directly with crops like cotton or maize. Further, it is a reservoir of some plant diseases and poisonous to cattle. On the other hand, the plants are sometimes used for medicinal purposes or as a coffee substitute.
Synonyms:
Cassia occidentalis
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| • Deutsch: | Stinkkassie |
| • English: | coffee senna septicweed |
| • Français: | café-nègre |
| • Português: | fedegoso |
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