java-bean

Overview

Java-bean (Senna obtusifolia) is a medium-sized evergreen shrub featuring yellow or orange pea-like flowers. This shrub is native to tropical regions of the world, such as Australia, Brazil, China, India, and Southeast Asia. Because of its dense branches, it is often used as an ornamental hedge or for screening purposes. The leaves are dark green, thick and waxy, with several pairs of leaflets making them look like feathers. In the winter months tiny seed pods form when the flowers dry up, giving the shrub a multi-dimensional look. Java-bean prefers loamy, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and frost. This evergreen is an excellent choice for a low-maintenance landscape.

Care Guide