Alexandrian Senna (Noun)
Meaning
Erect shrub having racemes of tawny yellow flowers; the dried leaves are used medicinally as a cathartic; sometimes placed in genus Cassia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an infusion of alexandrian senna to treat the patient's chronic constipation.
- Cassia senna extract, more commonly known as alexandrian senna, is available over-the-counter in many pharmacies.
- In traditional medicine, alexandrian senna leaves have been used for centuries as a natural laxative.
- The study revealed that alexandrian senna possesses antibacterial properties that can aid in the prevention of certain diseases.
- The alexandrian senna plant, with its clusters of tawny yellow flowers, is a popular choice for landscaping in dry climates.
Synonyms
- Senna Alexandrina
- Cassia Acutifolia
- Alexandria Senna
- True Senna
- Cassia Augustifolia
- Indian Senna
- Tinnevelly Senna