Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schkuhr) Lavrova & V.N.Tikhom.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol. 91(2): 93 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356533
Common Names
- Kadenia dubia
- Doubtful Kadenia
- Dubious Kadenia
Synonyms
- Meum venosum Baill. [unknown]
- Thysselinum cantabrigense Hoffm. [unknown]
- Selinum lineare Schumach. [unknown]
- Selinum pratense Spreng. [unknown]
- Selinum laevicaule Stokes [unknown]
- Selinum turfosum Baumg. [unknown]
- Selinum venosum (W.D.J.Koch) Prantl [unknown]
- Selinum cenolophioides Turcz. ex Ledeb. [unknown]
- Seseli venosum Hoffm. [unknown]
- Seseli dubium Schkuhr [unknown]
- Aethusa venosa Jess. [unknown]
- Cnidium dubium (Schkuhr) Schmeil & Fitschen [unknown]
- Cnidium sylvestre Grande [unknown]
- Cnidium venosum W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
- Cnidium dubium Thell. [unknown]
- Selinum dubium (Schkuhr) Leute [unknown]
Description
Kadenia dubia (also called 'Dubious Kadenia' and 'Dubious Kadenia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It typically grows in wet, marshy areas and has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Kadenia dubia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kadenia dubia has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters of three. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kadenia dubia is a tropical shrub native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Kadenia dubia
Kadenia dubia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.
Kadenia dubia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kadenia dubia?
Kadenia dubia
What is the common name of Kadenia dubia?
Dubia Kadenia
What is the natural habitat of Kadenia dubia?
Moist forests and grasslands
Species in the Kadenia genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
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Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
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Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
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Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
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Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
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Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
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Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
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