Capparis flexuosa

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bay-leaved caper

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Other common names

bay-leaved caper, caper tree

Synonyms

Capparis cynophallophora misapplied

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Botanical Details

Family
Capparaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
A genus of flowering shrubs or lianas more commonly known as caper shrubs or caper bushes. Plants have fleshy leaves and white to pinkish-white flowers. The flower buds (capers) and fruit (caper berries) are both edible and are usually pickled
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
S US to C S Am.