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Noble Caper
Capparis arborea


 
Plant Family :Capparaceae
Plant Form :shrub/tree
Growth Habit :A scrambling shrub or small tree 2-5m, stems have sharp prickles.
Fruiting Season :Flowering period October to April
Description :Food plant of the Caper White Butterfly.
Distribution :Coastal rainforest from north QLD. to central NSW.
Introduced :No
Seen North Qld :  Yes

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