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Definition of Cassia fistula
1. Noun. Deciduous or semi-evergreen tree having scented sepia to yellow flowers in drooping racemes and pods whose pulp is used medicinally; tropical Asia and Central and South America and Australia.
Exact synonyms: Canafistola, Canafistula, Drumstick Tree, Golden Shower Tree, Pudding Pipe Tree, Purging Cassia
Generic synonyms: Cassia
Generic synonyms: Cassia
Medical Definition of Cassia fistula
1. The dried ripe fruit of Cassia fistula, used as a laxative. Synonym: purging cassia. (05 Mar 2000)