Cadaba natalensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
579058
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sond.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 8 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578390
Common Names
- Cadaba Natalensis
- Natal Cadaba
- Kadaba
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cadaba natalensis (also called Natal 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 natalensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cadaba natalensis is white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cadaba natalensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m in height. It is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Cadaba natalensis
Cadaba natalensis is native to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.
Cadaba natalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cadaba natalensis?
Cadaba natalensis
What is the common name of Cadaba natalensis?
Natal Cadaba
What type of environment does Cadaba natalensis prefer?
Cadaba natalensis 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-2689682: Based on the initial data import
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.