The Family Caesalpiniaceae is a group of plants that includes a variety of species. Some common synonyms for this family are the Legume family or the Pea family. This is because many of the plants in this family produce edible beans or peas. Other synonyms for the Family Caesalpiniaceae include the Senna family or the Cassia family, named after specific genera within the family. This family of plants is known for its diversity of forms, from trees to shrubs to herbaceous plants. Many of the species in this family also have medicinal properties and are used in traditional medicine around the world.