Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
tapia
ID:
626399

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 444 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625731

Common Names

  • Crateva tapia
  • Tapia Caper
  • Tapia Caper Tree

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Synonyms

  • Nevosmila arborea Raf. [unknown]
  • Capparis trifoliata Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Cleome arborea Schrad. [unknown]
  • Colicodendron obliquifolium Turcz. [unknown]
  • Crateva acuminata DC. [unknown]
  • Crateva arborea Schrad. [unknown]
  • Crateva bahiana Ule [unknown]
  • Crateva benthamii Eichler [unknown]
  • Crateva benthamii leptopetala Eichler [unknown]
  • Crateva coriacea Herzog [unknown]
  • Crateva glauca Lundell [unknown]
  • Crateva gynandra L. [unknown]
  • Crateva radiatiflora DC. [unknown]
  • Crateva tapia glauca (Lundell) Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Crateva tapioides DC. [unknown]

Description

Crateva tapia (also called Tapia Caper, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has an erect stem with alternate, pinnate leaves and white flowers. It grows in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Crateva tapia is a small tree that is often used as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crateva tapia has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crateva tapia is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Crateva tapia

Crateva tapia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Crateva tapia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crateva tapia?

Crateva tapia

What type of soil is best for Crateva tapia?

Well-draining, sandy soil

How often should Crateva tapia be watered?

Once every two weeks

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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