Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
verticillaris
ID:
585939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 35(I): 552 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585271



Common Names

  • Capparis verticillaris
  • Caper Tree
  • Caper Bush


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Description

Capparis verticillaris (also called whorled caper, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Capparaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is typically found in dry, tropical climates, and is often found in rocky or sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Capparis verticillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Capparis verticillaris 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Capparis verticillaris is a species of flowering plant in the Capparaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Capparis verticillaris

Capparis verticillaris is native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of South Asia.

Capparis verticillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capparis verticillaris?

Capparis verticillaris

What is the family of Capparis verticillaris?

Capparaceae

Where is Capparis verticillaris 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,

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