Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
1411081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.263194444. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423546



Common Names

  • Crateva kirkii
  • Kirk's Caper
  • Kirk's Capparis


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Description

Crateva kirkii (also called Crateva kirkii, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in dry forests and scrublands. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. Its flowers are white, and its fruits are globose, up to 1 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Crateva kirkii is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crateva kirkii are small, white, and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crateva kirkii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Crateva kirkii

Crateva kirkii can be found in India.

Crateva kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crateva kirkii?

Crateva kirkii

What is the common name of Crateva kirkii?

Crateva

What is the natural habitat of Crateva kirkii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.