Capparis spinosa

Common Names: caper

Ethnobotanical Studies

Studies

Antibiotic delivery in the presence of green AgNPs using multifunctional bilayer carrageenan nanofiber/sodium alginate nanohydrogel for rapid control of wound infections.

Summary

Study created bilayer nano-hydrogels with antibiotics and silver nanoparticles. Improved wound healing, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Could lead to new treatments for infections and wound care.

Antimicrobial
Heidari F et al (2024).
Int J Biol Macromol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134109
PubMed:
39048003

Elemental Profiling of Common Anti-diabetic Medicinal Plants of Swat and Peshawar Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) Province of Pakistan: An Investigation Using PIXE and ICP-OES.

Summary

Study analyzed elemental composition of 16 anti-diabetic plants using PIXE and ICP-OES. Plants contain essential elements such as Zn and Se crucial for glucose metabolism and insulin function. Results support their use in diabetes management.

Diabetes
Zubair A et al (2024).
Biol Trace Elem Res.
DOI:
10.1007/s12011-024-04305-2
PubMed:
39037503

Biogenic Synthesis and Characterisation of Novel Potassium Nanoparticles by Capparis spinosa Flower Extract and Evaluation of Their Potential Antibacterial, Anti-biofilm and Antibiotic Development.

Summary

Researchers synthesized novel potassium nanoparticles (KO NPs) using flower extract, showing antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity against multidrug-resistant bacteria. KO NPs could enhance conventional antibiotics, offering potential for pharmaceutical and medical applications.

Antimicrobial
El-Subeyhi M et al (2024).
Indian J Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1007/s12088-024-01190-0
PubMed:
39010993

Spontaneous growth of plants enhances phytoextraction on abandoned coal mine wastes in Central Alborz coalfield, Iran.

Lashkari Sanami N et al (2024).
Int J Phytoremediation.
DOI:
10.1080/15226514.2024.2378217
PubMed:
39001639

Nanoliposomal Encapsulation of Capparis spinosa Extract and Its Application in Jelly Formulation.

Zahedi Y et al (2024).
Molecules.
DOI:
10.3390/molecules29122804
PubMed:
38930869

Essential Oil Emulsion from Caper (Capparis spinosa L.) Leaves: Exploration of Its Antibacterial and Antioxidant Properties for Possible Application as a Natural Food Preservative.

ImmunologyPhytochemistry
Merlino M et al (2024).
Antioxidants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/antiox13060718
PubMed:
38929157

In-vitro Cytotoxicity Investigations for Phytoconstituents of Saudi Medicinal Plants With Putative Ocular Effects.

Alghamdi AH et al (2024).
Integr Cancer Ther.
DOI:
10.1177/15347354241256649
PubMed:
38819027

Insights into the molecular phylogeny and morphology of three novel Dothiora species, along with a worldwide checklist of Dothiora.

Senwanna C et al (2024).
Front Cell Infect Microbiol.
DOI:
10.3389/fcimb.2024.1367673
PubMed:
38707512

Alternative therapeutic approach of ovine subclinical mastitis using the ethanolic roots extract of Capparis spinosa.

Wahab BAA et al (2024).
Open Vet J.
DOI:
10.5455/OVJ.2024.v14.i3.8
PubMed:
38682130

Effect of prepared herbal mouthwash in maintaining the oral health of school children: A single-blind randomised control trial.

Fahim MFM and Zarnigar P (2023).
Explore (NY).
DOI:
10.1016/j.explore.2023.12.003
PubMed:
38594113

Plastic pyrolytic oils as renewable fuel: improving its physical properties and ignition patterns by waste renewable source-an experimental analysis.

Soundararajan G et al (2024).
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int.
DOI:
10.1007/s11356-024-32668-5
PubMed:
38446296

Germplasm characterization and SDS-PAGE analysis of caper (Capparis spinosa L.) from different provenances.

Wang M, Yuan X and Xu L (2023).
BMC Plant Biol.
DOI:
10.1186/s12870-023-04620-1
PubMed:
38072942

Skin irritation assessment and potential mechanism of Capparis spinosa L. fruits.

Sun Y et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2023.117510
PubMed:
38030023

Inspection of Capparis spinosa essential oils for quality assurance of fish burgers during refrigerated storage.

Shafaghi Rad M and Nouri M (2023).
Food Sci Nutr.
DOI:
10.1002/fsn3.3648
PubMed:
37970403

Assessment of antimicrobial activity and In Vitro wound healing potential of ZnO nanoparticles synthesized with Capparis spinosa extract.

Summary

This study tested the antimicrobial activity of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) synthesized from Capparis spinosa L. extract. The NPs inhibited Gram-positive bacteria and promoted faster wound healing with reduced inflammation and increased antioxidant levels. Potential applications in wound healing.

Antimicrobial
Sezen S et al (2023).
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int.
DOI:
10.1007/s11356-023-30417-8
PubMed:
37872332

Effect of caper fruit (Capparis spinosa L.) consumption on liver enzymes, lipid profile, fasting plasma glucose, and weight loss. A systematic review and a preliminary meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Review
Perna S et al (2023).
Biomed Pharmacother.
DOI:
10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115638
PubMed:
37806093

Prophylactic effects of dietary caper (Capparis spinosa) extracts on the control of Streptococcus agalactiae infection, growth, immune-antioxidant, and inflammation cytokine responses of Nile tilapia fingerlings.

Summary

In vitro, caper extracts showed antibacterial activity against Streptococcus agalactiae. In Nile tilapia, dietary caper extracts increased immune activity, reduced inflammation, and improved resistance to S. agalactiae infection. 2.0g EE/kg feed had the most significant effects.

Immunology
Abdel-Razek N et al (2023).
Fish Shellfish Immunol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.fsi.2023.109126
PubMed:
37777101

The Main Medicinal Plants in Arid Regions of Uzbekistan and Their Traditional Use in Folk Medicine.

Abduraimov OS et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12162950
PubMed:
37631161

Capparis spinosa Promoted BDNF and Antioxidant Enzyme Levels to Protect Against Learning and Memory Deficits Induced by Scopolamine.

Summary

Scientists studied the effects of C. spinosa extract on memory problems in rats treated with Scop. The extract showed potential in improving memory and reducing oxidative stress, suggesting it could be beneficial for Alzheimer's disease.

ImmunologyNeuroscience
Hosseini M et al (2023).
Cent Nerv Syst Agents Med Chem.
DOI:
10.2174/1871524923666230719121439
PubMed:
37563815

Quality variation and biosynthesis of anti-inflammatory compounds for Capparis spinosa based on the metabolome and transcriptome analysis.

Summary

Different growing regions of L. fruits may impact their anti-inflammatory properties. Understanding this can inform their use as edible and medicinal plants.

GeneticsImmunology
Liu X et al (2023).
Front Plant Sci.
DOI:
10.3389/fpls.2023.1224073
PubMed:
37528974

A comprehensive model for predicting the development of defense system of Capparis spinosa L.: a novel approach to assess the physiological indices.

Afzali SF, Sadeghi H and Taban A (2023).
Sci Rep.
DOI:
10.1038/s41598-023-39683-5
PubMed:
37524793

Isolation of Two Plasticizers, Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Terephthalate and Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate, from Capparis spinosa L. Leaves.

Kdimy A et al (2023).
Chem Biodivers.
DOI:
10.1002/cbdv.202300903
PubMed:
37505806

Effects of High Intensity Ultrasound Stimulation on the Germination Performance of Caper Seeds.

Foschi ML et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12122379
PubMed:
37376004

A bilayer biocompatible polycaprolactone/zinc oxide/Capparis spinosa L. ethyl acetate extract/polylactic acid nanofibrous composite scaffold for novel wound dressing applications.

Zhu P et al (2023).
Int J Biol Macromol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125093
PubMed:
37257530

Preliminary study on Bioassay of Capparis spinosa L. seed extract and seed germination.

Wang M, Yuan X and Xu L (2023).
PeerJ.
DOI:
10.7717/peerj.15082
PubMed:
36935929

Rare manifestations of alobar holoprosencephaly and the potential causes: a report of two cases.

Nakawa W et al (2023).
Ann Med Surg (Lond).
DOI:
10.1097/MS9.0000000000000176
PubMed:
36845789

Edible Halophytes and Halo-Tolerant Species in Apulia Region (Southeastern Italy): Biogeography, Traditional Food Use and Potential Sustainable Crops.

Review
Accogli R et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12030549
PubMed:
36771632

Sicilian Populations of Capparis spinosa L. and Capparis orientalis Duhamel as Source of the Bioactive Flavonol Quercetin.

Sgadari F et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12010197
PubMed:
36616326

Capparis spinosa L. as a potential source of nutrition and its health benefits in foods: A comprehensive review of its phytochemistry, bioactivities, safety, and application.

Review Phytochemistry
Sun Y, Yang T and Wang C (2023).
Food Chem.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.135258
PubMed:
36587515

Capparis spinosa inhibits Leishmania major growth through nitric oxide production in vitro and arginase inhibition in silico.

Darif D et al (2023).
Exp Parasitol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.exppara.2022.108452
PubMed:
36581148

The Role of Lichens, Mosses, and Vascular Plants in the Biodeterioration of Historic Buildings: A Review.

Review
Cozzolino A et al (2022).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants11243429
PubMed:
36559541

Assessment of heavy metals and macromineral in frequently used medicinal plants from Algerian Sahara traditional ethnopharmacopeia.

Ethnobotany
Melkaoui C, Cheriti A and Bouchekara M (2022).
Ann Pharm Fr.
DOI:
10.1016/j.pharma.2022.12.003
PubMed:
36513151

Innovative Process for Dried Caper (Capparis spinosa L.) Powder Production.

Cincotta F et al (2022).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods11233765
PubMed:
36496573

Comparison of Pericarp Functional Traits in Capparis spinosa from Coastal and Inland Mediterranean Habitats.

Christodoulou S, Chimona C and Rhizopoulou S (2022).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants11223085
PubMed:
36432814

Intrafloral patterns of color and scent in Capparis spinosa L. and the ghosts of its selection past.

Kantsa A et al (2023).
Am J Bot.
DOI:
10.1002/ajb2.16098
PubMed:
36371789

The Capparis spinosa var. herbacea genome provides the first genomic instrument for a diversity and evolution study of the Capparaceae family.

Genetics
Wang L et al (2022).
Gigascience.
DOI:
10.1093/gigascience/giac106
PubMed:
36310248

Effects of Capparis Spinosa extract on the neuropathic pain induced by chronic constriction injury in rats.

Summary

The study investigated the effects of Capparis Spinosa extract on neuropathic pain in rats. Results showed that the extract reduced pain by exhibiting antioxidative and anti-inflammatory effects, possibly due to its flavonoid compounds. This could have implications for the development of new treatments for neuropathic pain.

Pain
Rakhshandeh H et al (2022).
Metab Brain Dis.
DOI:
10.1007/s11011-022-01094-2
PubMed:
36222985

The moisturizing effect of Capparis spinosa fruit extract targeting filaggrin synthesis and degradation.

Lu Y et al (2023).
J Cosmet Dermatol.
DOI:
10.1111/jocd.15461
PubMed:
36221990

Characterization of the key odorants of ripe Capparis spinosa L. fruit and changes in concentrations after storage by means of molecular sensory science.

Zhang Z et al (2023).
Food Chem.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.134383
PubMed:
36174340

Phytochemistry, Biological Activities, Therapeutic Potential, and Socio-Economic Value of the Caper Bush (Capparis Spinosa L.).

Review Phytochemistry
Kdimy A et al (2022).
Chem Biodivers.
DOI:
10.1002/cbdv.202200300
PubMed:
36064949

Caper (Capparis spinosa L.): An Updated Review on Its Phytochemistry, Nutritional Value, Traditional Uses, and Therapeutic Potential.

Review Phytochemistry
Annaz H et al (2022).
Front Pharmacol.
DOI:
10.3389/fphar.2022.878749
PubMed:
35935860

Capparis spinosa L. Cenopopulation and Biogeochemistry in South Uzbekistan.

Isagaliev M et al (2022).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants11131628
PubMed:
35807579

Capparis spinosa reduces Doxorubicin-induced cardio-toxicity in cardiomyoblast cells.

Cardiology
Mousavi SH et al (2016).
Avicenna J Phytomed.
PubMed:
27761417

Capparis Spinosa L. promotes anti-inflammatory response in vitro through the control of cytokine gene expression in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells.

Immunology
Moutia M et al (2016).
BMC Immunol.
DOI:
10.1186/s12865-016-0164-x
PubMed:
27483999

Pharmacological Effects of Capparis spinosa L.

Review
Nabavi SF et al (2016).
Phytother Res.
DOI:
10.1002/ptr.5684
PubMed:
27406313