Status:
valid
Authors:
Dümmer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 3: 41 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519749
Common Names
- Adenandra caledonensis
- Caledonian Adenandra
- Adenandra Plant
Description
Adenandra caledonensis (also called 'Caledonian Adenandra', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, and has narrow, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Adenandra caledonensis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and to attract wildlife, as it is a food source for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenandra caledonensis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenandra caledonensis is a shrub native to South Africa. It is easily propagated from cuttings or seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Adenandra caledonensis
Adenandra caledonensis is native to the Caribbean.
Adenandra caledonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenandra caledonensis?
Adenandra caledonensis
What are the common names of Adenandra caledonensis?
Caledon Adenandra
What is the natural habitat of Adenandra caledonensis?
It is found in dry, open grassland and scrubland in South Africa
Species in the Adenandra genus
Adenandra acuta,
Adenandra brachyphylla,
Adenandra caledonensis,
Adenandra coriacea,
Adenandra dahlgrenii,
Adenandra fragrans,
Adenandra gracilis,
Adenandra gummifera,
Adenandra lasiantha,
Adenandra marginata,
Adenandra multiflora,
Adenandra mundiaefolia,
Adenandra obtusata,
Adenandra odoratissima,
Adenandra rotundifolia,
Adenandra schlechteri,
Adenandra uniflora,
Adenandra villosa,
Adenandra viscida,
Adenandra fragrans,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,