Curly Caperose (Cliffortia Falcata) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cliffortia falcata is a compact shrub with distinctive sickle-shaped, trifoliate leaves and serrated edges, typically found in fynbos habitats.

Curly Caperose

Curly Caperose

Cliffortia Falcata

Cliffortia falcata is a compact shrub with distinctive sickle-shaped, trifoliate leaves and serrated edges, typically found in fynbos habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, limestone
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub, pollinator attractant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Curly Caperose

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:Rosaceae
Genus:Cliffortia