Caper, Common Caper, Caper Bush Capparis spinosa

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Botanical Name:

Capparis spinosa

Family:

Capparaceae

Genus:

Capparis

Species:

spinosa

Common Name:

Caper, Common Caper, Caper Bush

Seeds Per Pound:
63,945
Quantity:
1.59 lb
Germination:
77%
Germination Test Type:
Cut (Full Seed)
Purity:
99%
Height:
3-4 feet
Collection Locale:
Italy
Crop Year:
2023
Minimum Hardiness Zone:
8
In Stock: 1.59 lb
Prices
  • Capparis spinosa

Items are priced on a curve, you can buy any 'bulk quantity' up to what we have in stock, some examples are:
1 packet (~ 0 seeds)
$8.95
1 oz (~ 3997 seeds)
$50.00
1 lb (~ 63945 seeds)
$375.00
Growing Info, follow in order:
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.
In a Nutshell:
* The flower buds are pickled and used as a flavouring in sauces, salads etc.
* An extract of the root is used as a cosmetic and is particularly useful in treating rose-coloured rashes and capillary weaknesses. more...
* The bush is native to the Mediterranean region, growing wild on walls or in rocky coastal areas throughout. more...
* White flowers to 3" across. more...