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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Sporadic germination may occur over a 2-3 year period

Capparis spinosaCapparis spinosa

Caper, Caper Bush, Common Caper

In Stock: 1.521 lb (Total:1.521lb)

Capparis spinosa

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1.52 lb

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Germination:

77%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

63,306

Quantity:

1.52 lb

Collected in:

Italy

Crop year:

2023

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Item ID:

1833194

Native to: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Baleares, Caroline Is., Chad, Cook Is., Corse, Cyprus, East Aegean Is., Egypt, Fiji, France, Greece, Gulf States, India, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kirgizstan, Kriti, Krym, Lebanon-Syria, Lesser Sunda Is., Libya, Marianas, Marshall Is., Mongolia, Morocco, Nauru, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Niue, North Caucasus, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Pitcairn Is., Portugal, Samoa, Sardegna, Saudi Arabia, Sicilia, Sinai, Society Is., Solomon Is., Spain, Tadzhikistan, Tonga, Transcaucasus, Tuamotu, Tubuai Is., Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Wallis-Futuna Is., West Himalaya, Xinjiang, Yemen, Yugoslavia

Introduced to: Canary Is., Trinidad-Tobago

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Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Sporadic germination may occur over a 2-3 year period

Looking for a unique and delicious addition to your culinary creations? Look no further than the common caper, also known as Capparis spinosa. Native to the rocky coastal areas of the Mediterranean region, this perennial plant is best known for its edible flower buds and fruit, which are consumed pickled and used as a seasoning in a variety of dishes. But that's not all - extracts of the root have been used as a cosmetic to treat rose-colored rashes and capillary weaknesses. Plus, the plant's numerous health benefits come from its high polyphenol content. Cultivating capers requires a semiarid or arid climate, making it a valuable crop for harsh environments. Try incorporating capers into your next salad, sauce, or marinade for a unique and flavorful touch.