Cadaba kassasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kassasii
ID:
579040
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chrtek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Novit. Bot. Inst. Horto Bot. Univ. Carol. Prag. 1971: 3 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578372
Common Names
- Cadaba Kassasii
- Kassas' Cadaba
- Kadaba
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cadaba kassasii (also called Kassas' 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 kassasii 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 kassasii has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Cadaba kassasii 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 kassasii
Cadaba kassasii is native to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.
Cadaba kassasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cadaba kassasii?
Cadaba kassasii
What is the common name of Cadaba kassasii?
Kassasii Cadaba
What type of environment does Cadaba kassasii prefer?
Cadaba kassasii prefers warm, humid climates with plenty of sunlight.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2689666: Based on the initial data import
Jindřich Chrtek (1930-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chrtek' in the authors string.