Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
stenopoda
ID:
579067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg & Gilg-Ben.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 53: 231 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578399

Common Names

  • Cadaba Stenopoda
  • Narrow-Leaved Cadaba
  • Kadaba

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Description

Cadaba stenopoda (also called Slender Cadaba, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It has small, ovate leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It is commonly found in dry woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cadaba stenopoda is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cadaba stenopoda 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cadaba stenopoda 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 stenopoda

Cadaba stenopoda can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Cadaba stenopoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cadaba stenopoda?

Cadaba stenopoda

What is the common name of Cadaba stenopoda?

Stenopod Cadaba

What type of environment does Cadaba stenopoda prefer?

Cadaba stenopoda 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-2689690: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Charlotte Gilg-Benedict (1872-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg-Ben.' in the authors string.