Ceylon caper

Capparis zeylanica

fruit

Fruits of a climbing caper, bland when fresh, found pickled in India.

Origin

From Sri Lanka to Indonesia

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The fruits are washed and slit before going into the brine, where they stay for a few weeks.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Pectins · Insoluble fibers

Did you know?

In the Philippines its leaves are applied to boils.