Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
srilankensis
ID:
585854

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sundararagh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 28: 185 (1986 publ. 1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585186

Common Names

  • Sri Lankan Caper
  • Sri Lankan Caper Spurge
  • Sri Lankan Caper Tree

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Description

Capparis srilankensis (also called Sri Lankan Capparis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Sri Lanka and is found in the dry deciduous forests of the region. It prefers well-drained soils and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Capparis srilankensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Capparis srilankensis are white and fragrant, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capparis srilankensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Capparis srilankensis

Capparis srilankensis is native to Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Capparis srilankensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capparis srilankensis?

Capparis srilankensis

What is the natural habitat of Capparis srilankensis?

Tropical forests of Sri Lanka

What type of soil does Capparis srilankensis prefer?

Well-draining soil with a neutral pH

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-2697619: Based on the initial data import
R. Sundararaghavan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sundararagh.' in the authors string.