Capparis canescens, also known as wild orange, orangewood, native pomegranate, wild pomegranate or grey capparis,[1] is a species of plant in the caper family. It is native to north-eastern Australia.
The species grows as a shrub or small tree up to 4 m. The oval leaves are 4.5–10 cm long by 2.5–6 cm wide. The white flowers are 3 cm long, with the buds having four prominent ridges. The round fruits are 2.5–7.5 cm in diameter.[2]
The species is found mainly in eastern Queensland, extending into northern New South Wales. It occurs in open eucalypt forest.[2]
Capparis canescens, also known as wild orange, orangewood, native pomegranate, wild pomegranate or grey capparis, is a species of plant in the caper family. It is native to north-eastern Australia.
