Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
subsessilis
ID:
585868

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.S.Sun

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 9: 110 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585200



Common Names

  • Subsessile Caper
  • Subsessile Caper Spurge
  • Subsessile Caper Tree


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Description

Capparis subsessilis (also called Subsessile Capparis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to India and is found in the dry deciduous forests of the Western Ghats. It prefers well-drained soils and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Capparis subsessilis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Capparis subsessilis are white and fragrant, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capparis subsessilis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Capparis subsessilis

Capparis subsessilis is native to India. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Capparis subsessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capparis subsessilis?

Capparis subsessilis

What is the natural habitat of Capparis subsessilis?

Tropical forests of South America

What type of soil does Capparis subsessilis prefer?

Well-draining soil with a neutral pH

Species in the Capparis genus

Capparis spinosa, Capparis acutifolia, Capparis annamensis, Capparis arborea, Capparis artensis, Capparis assamica, Capparis beneolens, Capparis bodinieri, Capparis brachybotrya, Capparis brassii, Capparis brevisiliqua, Capparis brevispina, Capparis burmanica, Capparis buwaldae, Capparis callophylla, Capparis canescens, Capparis cantoniensis, Capparis cartilaginea, Capparis cataphyllosa, Capparis chingiana, Capparis chrysomeia, Capparis cinerea, Capparis cleghornii, Capparis corymbosa, Capparis cucurbitina, Capparis cuneiformis, Capparis dasyphylla, Capparis decidua, Capparis diffusa, Capparis dioica, Capparis divaricata, Capparis diversifolia, Capparis echinocarpa, Capparis elaeagnifolia, Capparis erycibe, Capparis erythrocarpos, Capparis fascicularis, Capparis fengii, Capparis flavicans, Capparis floribunda, Capparis floribunda, Capparis fohaiensis, Capparis fontanesii, Capparis formosana, Capparis fusifera, Capparis grandidiera, Capparis grandiflora, Capparis grandis, Capparis hainanensis, Capparis henryi,

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-2697631: Based on the initial data import
Bi Sin Sun (1921-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.S.Sun' in the authors string.