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Capparis cartilaginea, Capparis sinaica, Capparis

Capparis cartilaginea, Capparis sinaica

Capparis
Family: Capparaceae
Origin: East Africa
Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunModerate waterWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersEdible plant

Capparis cartilaginea is a small, scrubby tree which grows by spreading or 'scrambling' over rocks. It has long, hairless stems which are typically bent and twisted, with white-grey or yellowish-green bark, coated in a waxy or powdery bloom.


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Capparis cartilaginea, Capparis sinaica, Capparis
Capparis cartilaginea, Capparis sinaica, Capparis


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