Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
212723

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Piccioli) Aiton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew.3: 492 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212052

Common Names

  • Cadia purpurea
  • Purpurea Cadia
  • Purpurea's Cadia

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Synonyms

  • Spaendoncea tamarindifolia Desf. [valid]
  • Cadia arabica J.F.Gmel. [valid]
  • Cadia arabica Raeusch. [illegitimate]
  • Cadia pendula J.St.-Hil. [unknown]
  • Cadia varia L'Hér. [valid]
  • Panciatica purpurea G.Piccioli [valid]

Description

Cadia purpurea (also called 'Purple Cadia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to South Africa and is found in coastal bushveld, wooded grassland, and dry savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Cadia purpurea is used as a traditional medicine for treating malaria, fever, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cadia purpurea has small, yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cadia purpurea 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 healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Cadia purpurea

Cadia purpurea is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales and Queensland.

Cadia purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cadia purpurea?

Cadia purpurea

What is the family of Cadia purpurea?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Cadia purpurea?

Purple Cadia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Piccioli: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Piccioli' in the authors string.