Kelelamengerenger

Capparis zippeliana

Native to:
Bismarck Archipelago, Caroline Is., Lesser Sunda Is., Maluku, New Guinea, Solomon Is.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Capparaceae
Genus:
Capparis
Species:
Capparis zippeliana
USDA Symbol:
CAZI2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Vine
Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
white, cream
Evergreen Shrub:
Yes
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies, native bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers organic matter-rich environments