Caper


Capers

The caper plant is grown for the edible flower buds, which are called capers. The caper bud can be salted and pickled and is then used as a spice for seasoning or as a garnish, often in Italian dishes.

Names

Scientific
   Capparis spinosa
English
   Caper
Dutch
   Kappertje
   Kappertjesplant
Spanish
   Alcaparro
French
   Câpre
   Câprier
German
   Echte Kapernstrauch
   Kaper
Italian
   Cappero

Taxonomy

Genus
   Capparis
Family
   Capparaceae
Order
   Brassicales

Crop categories

Spices
Medicinal plants
Subtropical crops

Pictures


Capers


Flower of caper plant

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