Boscia oleoides
Karoo Shepherd Tree
Also known as: Capparis clutiifolia Burch. ex DC. +3 more
- Capparis clutiifolia Burch. ex DC.
- Capparis coriacea Burch. ex DC.
- Capparis oleoides Burch. ex DC.
- Niebuhria oleoides Burch. ex DC.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Capparaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Boscia oleoides (commonly known as Karoo Shepherd Tree) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Capparaceae family. Naturally occurring in Africa, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces