Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
gillettii
ID:
579029

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.A.Graham

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 16: 83 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578361

Common Names

  • Cadaba Gillettii
  • Gillett's Cadaba
  • Kadaba

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Description

Cadaba gillettii (also called Gillett's 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 gillettii 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 gillettii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cadaba gillettii 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 gillettii

Cadaba gillettii is native to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.

Cadaba gillettii FAQ

What is the common name of Cadaba gillettii?

Gillett's Cadaba

What is the scientific name of Gillett's Cadaba?

Cadaba gillettii

What is the natural habitat of Cadaba gillettii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and scrubland

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2689656: Based on the initial data import
Rex Alan Graham (1915-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Graham' in the authors string.