Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
termitaria
ID:
579068

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 26: t. 2527 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578400



Common Names

  • Cadaba Termitaria
  • Termite Cadaba
  • Kadaba


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Synonyms

  • Cadaba macropoda Gilg [unknown]

Description

Cadaba termitaria (also called Termite 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 termitaria is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cadaba trifoliata 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 termitaria is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 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 termitaria

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

Cadaba termitaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cadaba termitaria?

Cadaba termitaria

What is the common name of Cadaba termitaria?

Termite Cadaba

What type of environment does Cadaba termitaria prefer?

Cadaba termitaria 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,

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