Cassia Marilandica.
Botanical name:
Related entry: Cassia acutifolia
The leaves of Cassia marilandica, Linné (Nat. Ord. Leguminosae). An American perennial herb of the eastern half of the United States.
Common Names: American Senna, Wild Senna.
Principal Constituent.—A body resembling cathartin, and thought to contain chrysophan.
Preparation.—Infusum Cassiae Marilandica Compositum. Compound Infusion of American Senna (Leaves, 1 ounce; Coriander Seeds, 1 drachm; Boiling Water, 16 ounces. Dose, 4 to 5 fluidounces.
Action and Therapy.—An excellent cathartic that may be used as a substitute for senna.
