— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Golden Shower (Cassia fistula). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Golden Shower, scientifically known as Cassia fistula and belonging to the Fabaceae family, is a large deciduous tree native to Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Assam, Bangladesh, and the East Himalaya region of India. Golden Shower (Latin: Cassia fistula, family Fabaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Golden Shower is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Golden Shower is a member of the Fabaceae family native to TH, VN, ASS, and BAN. Golden Shower thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Golden Shower grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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