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hoary caper

Scientific Name: Capparis incana

Family: Capparaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Hoary Caper (Capparis incana)

The Hoary Caper, scientifically known as Capparis incana Kunth, is a shrub belonging to the genus Capparis.

Considerations for Pets

  • Multiple sources indicate that the Hoary Caper is not safe for children, dogs, or cats.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Capparis incana Kunth
  • Common Name: Hoary Caper
  • Family: Capparaceae (capers)
  • Order: Brassicales
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Synonym: Quadrella incana (Kunth) Iltis &amp Cornejo

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Hoary Caper is noted to be absent from Idaho.
  • Mention of overlapping geographies in relation to Zygophyllum dumosum and Cistus creticus

Morphological Characteristics

  • The Hoary Caper is a perennial shrub.

Additional Information

  • The well-known caper of culinary use comes from Capparis spinosa, where the pickled flower bud is the desired part of the plant.

External Resources

  • Discover Life: Offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Capparis incana.
  • Dave's Garden: A community where gardeners share tips and ideas about gardens, seeds, and plants.
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System): Provides taxonomic information with the TSN (Taxonomic Serial Number) 22608 for Capparis incana Kunth.