Senna pilifera
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A herb or small shrub. The flowers are yellow.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 450 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, South America, Venezuela
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves, seed - coffee
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Coca, Coquilla, Mamui, Taperiva, Taperyva-moroti
Synonyms
Cassia cubensis Hoffmanns.; Cassia ignorata Hoehne; Cassia pilifera Vogel; Emelista pilifera (Vogel) Pittier;