Cassia javanica is often seen here called the Pink Shower. I was lucky enough to get one specimen some months ago and though it is still small it has produced amazing displays of color. For some odd reason I just love this plant and hope in time I can shape it into something I will really enjoy keeping.
Cassia javanica specifics
- Core Identification & Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Cassia javanica
- Common Name: Palawan Cherry, Pink Shower, Java Cassia
- Family: Fabaceae
- Varietals:
- Habitat/Range: Southeast Asia
- Morphology & Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Medium Tree 1020m
- Leaves: Green 15-30cm
- Flowers: masses of pink to white flowers
- Fruit/Seed: Long dark brown pods
- Stem/Bark: Straight trunk, slender whitish stems, weeping style
- Growth: Fast
- Bonsai Notes
- Sun Exposure: Full sun 4-8 hours daily.
- Water Use: moderate water.
- Soil Mix: Akadama, Pumice, Lava Rock
- Fertilizing: balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks during the active growing season (spring through autumn).
- Styling and Maintenance
- Pruning for Ramification: Regular pruning is essentia.
- Defoliation:
- Wiring: Branches can be wired year-round
Gallery images
First, we are uploading pictures of our plants to show the parts of a plant that may help in identification. Second, we only have so many plants and my photography skills are not actually skillful. Finally, if it would help to see another angle or view, send us a message and we will attempt to get the right picture perspective.
