Coral shower
Cassia grandis
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Coral shower (Cassia grandis) este un arbore mare nativ în regiunile tropicale din America Centrală și de Sud, inclusiv Belize, Bolivia, Brazilia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, Meksiko, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Surinam și Venezuela. Această plantă se dezvolte în soare complet cu sustrat umed care poate fi ușor (sândal), mediu sau greu (argil). Este durabil în zonele 10-12 și poate crește până la 25 de metri. Coral shower este cunoscut pentru fructele sale comestibile și este adesea cultivat pentru scopuri ornamentale din cauza aspectului său distinctiv. Floarele sale au un culoră violett-rosu vibrans, oferindu-i plantelor numele comun.
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What is Coral shower?
Coral shower (Cassia grandis) este un arbore mare nativ în regiunile tropicale din America Centrală și de Sud, inclusiv Belize, Bolivia, Brazilia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, Meksiko, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Surinam și Venezuela.
What is Coral shower used for?
Traditionally used for digestion, immune support. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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IIBeneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources
Beneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources- Cassia species, including Coral shower (Cassia grandis), have been traditionally used in South American herbal medicine for digestive issues such as bloating and indigestion. A decoction of the leaves or bark may help alleviate these symptoms.
The mechanism is not fully characterised but likely involves compounds like anthraquinones, which can stimulate intestinal peristalsis and promote bowel movements.
- Cassia grandis is traditionally used in South American herbal medicine to support the immune system. A decoction of the bark or leaves may help boost overall immunity.
The mechanism is not fully characterised, but Cassia species contain flavonoids and other polyphenolic compounds that have antioxidant properties which can support immune function.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
1 draftEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Coral shower se dezvolte în soare complet și necesită sustrat umed care poate fi ușor (sândal), mediu sau greu (argil). Este durabil în zonele 10-12, făcându-l potrivit pentru climile mai calde. Pentru a propaga, utilizați semințe sau treceri. Plantul crește până la o înălțime de 25 de metri și produce fructe comestibile.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
10-12
Mature size
25.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Coral shower for the first time
8steps
Start with planting Coral shower in a sunny spot and follow these simple steps for success.
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What you'll need
Seeds or young plants, potting mix suitable for tropical plants.
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Best time to plant
Plant seeds or young plants during the spring when temperatures are warm.
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Soil and container prep
Use a well-draining soil mix that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds in the ground or start them indoors 6-8 weeks before planting outside.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep soil moist. Place in a sunny spot, but avoid direct midday sun.
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Ongoing care
Provide full sun and water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Prune occasionally for shape.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune to maintain size and shape. Remove dead or damaged branches as needed.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in full midday sun, neglecting regular pruning.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Fruit
Edible uses: The fruit of the Coral shower (Cassia grandis) is edible and can be eaten raw or used in various preparations. It is often consumed fresh but may also be dried for later use.
Other uses:Animal feed
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribuție
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 30 native
Americas19 regions
native (19)BelizeBoliviaColombiaCosta RicaCubaDominican RepublicEcuadorEl SalvadorFrench GuianaGuatemalaGuyanaHaitiHondurasJamaicaNicaraguaPeruPuerto RicoSurinameVenezuela
Broader regions
native:Brazil North, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Panamá, Southwest Caribbean, Brazil Northeast
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