Sacatrapo (Caperonia Palustris) is a annual herb in the Euphorbiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Caperonia palustris is an annual or subshrub plant species native to the Neotropics, commonly found in wet disturbed areas such as rice fields and marshy regions.

Sacatrapo

Sacatrapo

Caperonia Palustris

Caperonia palustris is an annual or subshrub plant species native to the Neotropics, commonly found in wet disturbed areas such as rice fields and marshy regions.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, wetland restoration, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sacatrapo

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Caperonia