Capparis Species, Hawaiian Caper Bush, Maiapilo, Pua Pilo

Capparissandwichiana

Genus
Capparis (KAP-ar-iss)
Synonym
Capparis baducca
Capparis cordifolia
Capparis mariana
Capparis sandwicensis
Capparis spinosa var. mariana
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pale Pink
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Hawaiian Paradise Park, Hawaii

Hilo, Hawaii

Keaau, Hawaii

Kihei, Hawaii

Orchidlands Estates, Hawaii

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Keaau, HI | October 2014 | positive

A previously common shrub from dry coastal habitats of Hawai'i. Ranching and development have greatly reduced their numbers in the wild....Read More

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