Cassia
Senna spectabilis
Observed in an urban park in Nairobi, Kenya. March 2013.
FLOWERS: Grand spikes of large, bright yellow flowers with five petals;
mature trees in bloom might have many dozens of such spikes.
TREE: Small tree, exceptionally 15 meters tall.
LEAVES: The long, compound leaves are pubescent on the undersurface and
green on the top.
RANGE: This plant has its origins in tropical America. It has been
extensively and widely planted due to its stunning appearance when in bloom.
FRUIT: A long slender pod containing beans.
UNARMED. No thorns.