Fabaceae
27-Cassia fasciculata habit
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| While most members of the Caesalpinoideae are woody, Cassia fasciculata (partridge pea) is a herbaceous annual. Note that there are "left" and "right" handed flowers. The banner petals are indicated by the arrows. In Illinois it is often found in prairies. |