Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
trifoliata
ID:
579069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Cat. Ind. Pl. 7 (1833).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578401

Common Names

  • Cadaba Trifoliata
  • Three-Leaved Cadaba
  • Kadaba

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Synonyms

  • Stroemia trifoliata Roxb. [unknown]
  • Cadaba triphylla Wight [unknown]
  • Desmocarpus missionis Wall. [unknown]

Description

Cadaba trifoliata (also called Three-leaf 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 trifoliata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cadaba virgata 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 trifoliata 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 trifoliata

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

Cadaba trifoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cadaba trifoliata?

Cadaba trifoliata

What type of plant is Cadaba trifoliata?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Cadaba trifoliata?

Tropical Africa

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-2689692: Based on the initial data import
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.