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Senna ( Cassia angustifolia )
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Species Type: Herb.

Botanical Name: ( Cassia angustifolia ) Vahl, Synonyms:

Common Name: Indian Senna

Family: Fabaceae-Caesalpinioideae

Local Names: Senna

Sanskrit: Senai

Growth type: Perennial herb.

Uses: Leaf & tender pods - laxative.

Distribution: Throughout India.