Status:
valid
Authors:
Suess.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 3: 78 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578396
Common Names
- Cadaba Schroeppelii
- Schroeppel's Cadaba
- Kadaba
Description
Cadaba schroeppelii (also called Schroeppel'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 schroeppelii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cadaba schroeppelii has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cadaba schroeppelii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m in height. It is native to Madagascar. 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 schroeppelii
Cadaba schroeppelii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Cadaba schroeppelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cadaba schroeppelii?
Cadaba schroeppelii
What is the common name of Cadaba schroeppelii?
Schroeppelii Cadaba
What type of environment does Cadaba schroeppelii prefer?
Cadaba schroeppelii 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,