Status:
valid
Authors:
Druce
Source:
cmp
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Exch. Club Soc. Brit. Isles 3: 415 (1913 publ. 1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578360
Common Names
- Cadaba Fruticosa
- Bushy Cadaba
- Kadaba
Description
Cadaba fruticosa (also called Shrubby Cadaba, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Capparaceae family. It is native to Africa and Madagascar. It is an evergreen shrub, growing to 1m tall, with small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cadaba fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, terrariums, and as a houseplant. It can also be used in floral arrangements and for air purification.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cadaba fruticosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and gray.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cadaba fruticosa is a small, epiphytic species that grows in humid tropical forests. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated easily by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Cadaba fruticosa
Cadaba fruticosa is native to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.
Cadaba fruticosa FAQ
What is the common name of Cadaba fruticosa?
Bush Cadaba
What is the scientific name of Bush Cadaba?
Cadaba fruticosa
What is the natural habitat of Cadaba fruticosa?
Dry, rocky hillsides and scrubland
Species in the Cadaba genus
Cadaba aphylla,
Cadaba baccarinii,
Cadaba barbigera,
Cadaba benguellensis,
Cadaba capparoides,
Cadaba carneoviridis,
Cadaba divaricata,
Cadaba farinosa,
Cadaba fruticosa,
Cadaba gillettii,
Cadaba glaberrima,
Cadaba glandulosa,
Cadaba insularis,
Cadaba kassasii,
Cadaba kirkii,
Cadaba linearifolia,
Cadaba longifolia,
Cadaba madagascariensis,
Cadaba mirabilis,
Cadaba natalensis,
Cadaba parvula,
Cadaba rotundifolia,
Cadaba ruspolii,
Cadaba schroeppelii,
Cadaba somalensis,
Cadaba stenopoda,
Cadaba termitaria,
Cadaba trifoliata,
Cadaba virgata,
Species in the Capparaceae family
Acome micrantha,
Bachmannia woodii,
Beautempsia avicenniifolia,
Boscia albitrunca,
Boscia arabica,
Boscia cauliflora,
Boscia coriacea,
Boscia fadeniorum,
Boscia foetida,
Boscia gossweileri,
Boscia kalachariensis,
Boscia keniensis,
Boscia longifolia,
Boscia madagascariensis,
Boscia matabelensis,
Boscia mazzocchii,
Boscia microphylla,
Boscia minimifolia,
Boscia mossambicensis,
Boscia oleoides,
Boscia pestalozziana,
Boscia plantefolii,
Boscia polyantha,
Boscia praecox,
Boscia pruinosa,
Boscia puberula,
Boscia rotundifolia,
Boscia salicifolia,
Boscia senegalensis,
Boscia tomentosa,
Boscia urens,
Boscia welwitschii,
Boscia albitrunca,
Boscia integrifolia,
Buchholzia coriacea,
Buchholzia tholloniana,
Cadaba aphylla,
Cadaba baccarinii,
Cadaba barbigera,
Cadaba benguellensis,
Cadaba capparoides,
Cadaba carneoviridis,
Cadaba divaricata,
Cadaba farinosa,
Cadaba fruticosa,
Cadaba gillettii,
Cadaba glaberrima,
Cadaba glandulosa,
Cadaba insularis,
Cadaba kassasii,