Seeds of the herb Senna acutifolia

Common name: Snamki Scientific name: Senna acutifolia Also known as: Alexandrian Senna - Senna acutifolia A perennial wild shrub with an upright stem that is light green in color, heavily branched, exceeding one meter in height, with compound opposite leaves with complete margins and pointed tips, known for its various medicinal uses since ancient times. • Seeds and fruit of Snamki herb: its fruits are compressed, flattened pods that usually contain 6 seeds. • Growing season for Snamki herb: Snamki is planted in spring, and it can also be cultivated year-round in warm regions, agricultural reserves, enclosed or plastic-covered areas where temperature can be controlled, and where there is sufficient light for the plant. • Suitable climate and soil for cultivating Snamki herb: Snamki shrub thrives in moderate and warm climates, tolerates high temperatures, loves sunlight, and is grown in fertile, well-drained soil. • Method of cultivating Snamki herb: it is grown from seeds planted at a depth not exceeding 1 cm from the soil surface, and it can be fertilized with organic fertilizer at least once to accelerate growth. • Its benefits and uses: it is cultivated for its leaves and fruits, which have multiple medicinal uses, and also for ornamental purposes. • Original habitat of Snamki herb: Upper Nile.