Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
579042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Graham) M.R.Almeida

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fl. Maharashtra 1: 43 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578374

Common Names

  • Cadaba Linearifolia
  • Linear-Leaved Cadaba
  • Kadaba

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Description

Cadaba linearifolia (also called Linear-Leaved 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 linearifolia is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cadaba linearifolia 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cadaba linearifolia is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Cadaba linearifolia

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

Cadaba linearifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cadaba linearifolia?

Cadaba linearifolia

What is the common name of Cadaba linearifolia?

Linear-leaved Cadaba

What type of environment does Cadaba linearifolia prefer?

Cadaba linearifolia prefers warm, humid climates with plenty of sunlight.

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-2689668: Based on the initial data import
Marselin Rusario Almeida (1939-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.R.Almeida' in the authors string.
John Graham (1805-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Graham' in the authors string.