Caper, a prickly and bushy Mediterranean plant, belongs to the Capparaceae family which is composed of approximately 120 species. Among those the most preferred commercial species are Capparis Spinosa and Capparis Ovata. It grows both vertically and horizontally on all sides of hills, especially in lime and clay-based soils in a sunny climate. The dry and hot sunny weather of Anatolien, especially in Cappadocia region, provides a perfect environment for caper plants. They have been growing in this area since the ancient times and they have a very special and intense flavour.

At the beginning of its growth, the caper plant flowers bud is called " caper ". It grows gradually until it comes into blossom as a beautiful pink and white flower with a diameter of approximately one-inch. The pink and white colours of this flower creates a beatiful harmony. The flowers pistil is called " caperberry ".

Capers are picked up only by hand, between the first of May and the mid August. It is such a sensitive and laborious work that only experts are able to carry out  the picking process among the new branches without damaging them.

The fermentation process of the caperberry is controlled in brine just like the caper.

The benefits of the Caper have been known for a long time. It has been used extensively in medicines, food, cosmetics and dye industries for many years, in both processed and unprocessed forms.

Caper is known as a vitamin stack. International Cancer Institute has recognized caper as a herb that has anti tumor.

Caper seeds are the major ingredients of medicines that are used against snake poisoning.

It improves the immune system. On the other hand it is used for wrinkles, and as an aphrodisiac in some countries.

In Europe, Caper flower and seeds are also known to avoid constipation. Caper is also good in stabilizing blood cells.

This food is very low in Cholesterol. It is also a good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Niacin, Calcium and Manganese, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Folate, Iron, Magnesium and Copper.

This food is high in Sodium.