JAMAICA CAPER


 Capparis cynophallophora, commonly known as Jamaican caper. it is a small tree of the caper family. Capparaceae family is native to neotropical realm. this plant is related to the culinary caper, it is not edible to humans, though birds enjoy the fruit. the plant is edible to the flower buds(capers) used as seasoning for garnish or the fruit (capris barries) both of them consumed as salted or pickled. jamaica caper is a versatile or attractive plant for use in coastal landscapes of Monroe County. native to the keys and southeast coast of Florida. it has beautiful shiny leaves that look excellent on landscapes

GENERAL INFORMATION



Scientific name; Capparis cynophollophoraFamily; capparaceaekingdom; plantaephylum; anthophyta

DESCRIPTION

Height; 6 to 15 feet
leaf arrangement; alternate

Native; yesZone; 10A, 10B, 11Plant type; shrub, treecommon names; jamacian capper, black caper(virgin island), buro prieto(puerto rico)

USES



The Jamaica capper can be used as an accent or specimen tree as well as an informal hedge. It is a unique plant that is wonderfully fragrant.is white colors turn pink within hours of opening. the flower composed of long stamens, looking almost as if they were burning like fireworks. it is mostly used for seafood dishes such as baked fish or pasta sauce such as puttanesca sauce. it also adds a briny, savory, lemony, or signature caper-like chicken piccata recipe.

USES FOR MEDICICINES


 the unopened flower buds of Jamaica caper and other and other parts that grow above the ground are used for medicines. people use care for diabetes, fungal infection, chest congestion, worms in the intestines, and skin diseases caused by parasites called leishmaniasis. it is also used for tonic.

BENEFITS

caper contains calcium, magnesium, vitamin K, and Iron which are all key nutrients for bones. capers may help to prevent blood clots. Rutin is another powerful plant compound and antioxidant that is present in capers. it is known for help in blood circulation. It can contain a variety of antioxidants which play an important role in limiting oxidative stress and reducing the risk of some kinds of cancers. it can alleviate inflammation, enhance wound healing, and promote healthy sugar levels. it can decrease non alcoholic fatty liver disease.

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