Capparis trisonthiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trisonthiae
ID:
585912
Status:
valid
Authors:
Srisanga & Chayam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 26: 64 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585244
Common Names
- Capparis trisonthiae
- Caper Tree
- Caper Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Capparis trisonthiae (also called Trisonthia 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 Eastern Ghats. It prefers well-drained soils and is often found in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Capparis trisonthiae is a species of shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant, as it produces fragrant white flowers and has a low-growing, spreading habit. It is also used in gardens as a ground cover, and is drought-tolerant and frost-resistant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Capparis trisonthiae are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Capparis trisonthiae is a shrub or small tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers bright indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too often. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Capparis trisonthiae
Capparis trisonthiae is native to India. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Capparis trisonthiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Capparis trisonthiae?
Capparis trisonthiae
What is the family of Capparis trisonthiae?
Capparaceae
Where is Capparis trisonthiae found?
It is found in India, Pakistan, and Nepal.
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-2697671: Based on the initial data import
Kongkanda Chayamarit (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chayam.' in the authors string.
Prachaya Srisanga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Srisanga' in the authors string.