PRODUCT DESCRIPTION :
Capparis spinosa, the caper bush, also called Flinders rose, is a perennial plant that bears rounded, fleshy leaves and large white to pinkish-white flowers. The plant is best known for the edible flower buds, used as a seasoning, and the fruit, both of which are usually consumed pickled.
 
Capers are actually the immature, dark green flower buds of the caper bush (Capparis spinosa or Capparis inermis), an ancient perennial native to the Mediterranean and some parts of Asia. Capers are most often preserved by pickling them in a brine of vinegar, salt, or wine, or by curing in salt.
 
CULTIVATION IN SPAIN ANDALUSIA :
Cultivated in fertile Andalucian lands, sun-drenched and surrounded by water, there is no better place in Europe to grow capers and provide all the nutrients and health benefits. Especially keep cool to keep you the best sweet taste in your palate of flavors and mouth.
 
HISTORICAL ORIGIN :
Capers can today be found growing wild all over Medi­terranean, and are frequently cultivated (e. g., in France, Spain, Italy and Algeria; furthermore, Iran, Cyprus and Greece produce significant amounts); their origin is, though, supposed in the dry areas of Western or Central Asia.
 
The well-known caper-bush (C. spinosa L.) is distributed from the Mediterranean through the Near East to India. It was introduced early in post-Columbian times as a cultigen into the Mariana Islands, from where it spread and naturalized in Polynesia and eastern Malesia, i.e. Indonesia (Lesser Sunda Islands), Papua New Guinea (New Ireland, New Britain) and the Philippines (Luzon, Bohol). Historical notes indicate that Mariana caper-bush was cultivated in Guam in the second half of the 18th Century.
The flower buds were harvested, pickled and exported as capers in the same way as the well-known Mediterranean delicacy.
 
The Indo-Pacific population is very uniform and has developed into a form (var. mariana) that is, taxonomically and geographically, distinct from other forms of C. spinosa not found between India and Timor (Indonesia). C. spinosa was also introduced into Australia, where it naturalized and developed into a distinct form too.
 
HEALTH BENEFITS :
Capparis spinosa is rich in a wide variety of biologically active compounds including natural antioxidants (phenolic acids, flavonoids, tocopherols), alkaloids, polyprenols, glucosinolates and reducing sugars along with several essential minerals, proteins and lipids.
 
Capers are rich in flavonoid compounds including rutin and quercetin. Both these compounds are potent sources of antioxidants. Antioxidants are known to prevent free radical, which can cause cancer and skin related diseases.
Rutin helps in smooth circulation of blood and it can be very helpful in treating strained blood vessels.
Recent research reveals quercetin has analgesic, anti- inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-carcinogenic properties. 
 
Capers contain minerals like iron, calcium, copper and high levels of sodium.
These tasty herbs are storehouses of vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin K, niacin, and riboflavin.
Capers are potent sources of fiber.
Capers have been used as a treatment for rheumatic pain.
Caper relieves stomach ache and flatulence.
Capers help to keep diabetes in check.
These are also known to prevent chest congestion. It reduces phlegm.
Capers are good for dry skin, It is also used in treating skin disorders such as skin redness, irritation and pimples.
These are rich in vitamin B and iron. Both are known for promoting hair growth.
 
The scientists found that caper-extract helped prevent the formation of certain byproducts of digested meat that have been linked by others to an increased risk of cancer and heart disease. That beneficial effect occurred even with the small amounts of caper typically used to flavor food.
 
Diuretic and antihypertensive
Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology showed that Capparis spinosa extracts increased sodium and potassium excretion, leading to lowered blood pressure.
Anti-inflammatory
Two studies from BioMed Central show that capers contain compounds that can suppress interleukin-17 and promote interleukin-4 expression, which are important factors in easing or stopping inflammation from occurring.
Antidiabetic
Journal of Phytomedicine, researchers found that the aqueous extract of the Capparis spinosa plant contains antihyperglycemic properties, which may positively impact diabetes patients by regulating glucose production and restoring insulin sensitivity.