Jamaica Caper Tree

Jamaica Caper Tree

Scientific Name

Capparis cynophallophora

Geographical Considerations

Will this plant grow in my area?

View this image below in landscape mode highly recommended

Hardiness Zones

10a to 11

This is a native Florida plant.

Yard Conditions

Will this plant grow in my yard?

Optimal Light

Jamaica Caper Tree grows best in Partial Shade.

Light Range

It performs in Partial Shade

Soil Texture

Any Texture

Soil Moisture

Well Drained

Soil pH

Slightly Acid to Alkaline (6.0-8.0)

Salt Tolerance

High

DroughtTolerance

High

Wind Resistance

Not known

Toxicity

Not known

Nematode Tolerance

Not known

Appearance

What will it look like as it grows?

Plant Type

  • Shrubs - Large
  • Trees - Small

Plant Shape

  • Vase
  • Upright

Leaf Persistence

Jamaica Caper Tree is Evergreen

Spread

6-15 feet

Height

6-20 feet

Growth Rate

Slow

Leaf Size

Medium

Leaf Texture

Medium

Flower Size

N/A

Flower Month

  • March
  • April
  • May

Flower Color

  • White

Plant Role for Butterflies

Nectar

Additional Detail

Pests/Diseases: none serious | attracts butterflies

UF IFAS Ext FFL