Capparis jamaicensis

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Jamaica caper tree

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Other common names

Jamaica caper tree, mustard tree

Synonyms

Capparis jamaicensis

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Botanical Details

Family
Capparaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
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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
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Plant Range
C Americas