Capparis atlantica
Inocencio, D. Rivera, Obon, & Alcaraz
Kabar
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Description
A Mediterranean shrub in the Capparaceae family, commonly called Kabar.
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Edible Uses
The flower buds are used as a condiment or flavouring, and as a spice.
Traditional Uses
The flower bud is used as a condiment or flavouring.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Mediterranean, Morocco, North Africa,
Also Known As
Lassaf, Quabar, Shafel-lah
References (2)
- Rivera, 2003, Economic Botany 57, 515
- Seidemann J., 2005, World Spice Plants. Economic Usage, Botany, Taxonomy. Springer. p 79
