Capparis

Examples

• All

• Some varieties of Capparis are cultivated for their edible flower buds.

• Botanists have identified several medicinal compounds in species of Capparis.

• The Capparis plant thrives in warm climates.

• Have you ever seen a Capparis bush in bloom?

• Many chefs use the brined flower buds of Capparis to add flavor to their dishes.

• The Capparis shrub is often found in Mediterranean gardens due to its drought resistance.

• In addition to its culinary uses, Capparis is known for its medicinal properties.

Compounds

C

Capparis cynophallophora

• Specialized

9.9

A tropical shrub with fragrant flowers and small edible fruit, often called Jamaican caper

C

Capparis flexuosa

• Specialized

9.9

A small bush or tree that grows naturally in warm places like southern Florida and Central America

C

Capparis mitchellii

• Australian

9.9

A small Australian tree that grows dark purple fruit people eat, called wild orange

C

Capparis spinosa

• Specialized

9.8

A low spiny bush that grows in the Mediterranean and has flower buds pickled as capers

C

Capparis arborea

• Australian

9.9

A small Australian tree that has edible fruit like a pomegranate

Surface Forms

Etymology