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caper

Scientific Name: Capparis baducca

Family: Capparaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Capparis spinosa: The Caper Plant

The caper plant, scientifically known as Capparis spinosa, is best recognized for its edible flower buds (capers) and fruit (caper berries). Both are commonly pickled and used as a flavorful seasoning.

Considerations for Pets

  • Capparis spinosa is described as a "low prickly shrub".

Considerations for Children

  • Capparis spinosa is described as a "low prickly shrub".

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Capparis spinosa
  • Common Names: Caper bush, caper tree, caperberry
  • Family: Capparidaceae (the caper family)
  • Genus: Capparis

Distribution and Habitat

  • The caper bush grows wild all over the Mediterranean region.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is described as a low, prickly shrub.
  • The plant produces flower buds (capers) and fruit (caper berries).

Uses

  • The flower buds (capers) are picked by hand and preserved in brine, used as a versatile ingredient in various dishes.
  • The fruit (caper berries) are also edible and usually consumed pickled.

Quirky Facts

  • Capers are "fairly pricey" because they are picked by hand.
  • The text references "Caper the swan" who migrates 2500 miles annually from Siberia to Slimbridge wildfowl sanctuary.