Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
520713

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.de Wilde

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Meded. Landbouwhoogeschool 71(18): 161 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520045



Common Names

  • Adenia Natalensis
  • Natal Adenia
  • Natal Climbing Cactus


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Description

Adenia natalensis (also called Natal Adenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a spreading crown. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry deciduous forests, spiny bush, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Adenia natalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenia natalensis has white flowers that are bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenia natalensis is a slow-growing, succulent shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils and requires full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Adenia natalensis

Adenia natalensis is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It can be found in dry forests and woodlands.

Adenia natalensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Adenia natalensis?

Adenia natalensis is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

What are the common uses of Adenia natalensis?

Adenia natalensis is used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its ornamental value.

What are the growth requirements of Adenia natalensis?

Adenia natalensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Species in the Adenia genus

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

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