Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
cmp
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Pittonia 1: 217 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407272
Common Names
- Caper Caperbush
- Caper Capparis
- Caper Capparid
Description
Tropidocarpum capparideum (also called Caper-like Tropidocarpum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It has leathery, oblong-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Tropidocarpum capparideum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tropidocarpum capparideum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedling is a small, green, pointed plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tropidocarpum capparideum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is drought tolerant once established and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Tropidocarpum capparideum
Tropidocarpum capparideum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Tropidocarpum capparideum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tropidocarpum capparideum?
Tropidocarpum capparideum
What type of plant is Tropidocarpum capparideum?
A flowering plant
What is the natural habitat of Tropidocarpum capparideum?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Tropidocarpum genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,