Cassia alata is a plant that is known by many other names, depending on the region and language. Some common synonyms for Cassia alata are ringworm shrub, candle bush, and senna alata. In some parts of Africa, it is referred to as "asunwon," while in Latin America, it is known as "yerba hedionda." The plant is also called Emperor's Candlesticks in India. Cassia alata is a medicinal herb that is widely used to treat various skin infections, including ringworm, scabies, and eczema. People often use different names for the plant, but its medicinal properties remain the same.