Capparis zeylanica is an evergreen climbing shrub distributed across the Indian subcontinent, Indo-China, China and Malesia. Seeds have dormancy that requires mechanical scarification and water imbibition to improve germination success.
Before sowing
Scarification
mecanica Scarify seeds with sandpaper or nick with knife to break hard outer coating
Soak
24 h Soak seeds in room temperature water for about 24 hours after scarification
Mechanical scarification followed by water soaking recommended to overcome dormancy
Sowing
Substrate
peat moss and perlite mixture, well-draining seed starting mix
Depth
superficie
Temperature
24°C
Moisture
media
Container
seed tray or small pots
What to expect
Step 1
Pre-treat the seed
Step 2
Sow at superficie · 24°C
Day 14–28
Seedlings emerge
Tips
Sow seeds on soil surface and lightly press into mix. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Place in warm location with indirect sunlight. Provide ample light to seedlings after emergence.
Sources: plantflowerseeds.com, Wikipedia, Ayurwiki, scientific literature on Capparis species germination
