ABSTRACT
These effects again accrue from a great multiplicity of compounds within Capparis, but special attention in these actions is due to the alkaloids of Capparis, those compounds generally possessing the greatest toxicity in the mix. Although alkaloids occur in all parts of the plant, they are often most prominent in the roots. These preliminary findings also point to a role for Capparis as a source of novel antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal, antiprotozoal, insecticidal, and piscicidal agents, while
FIGURE 22.1 Root and bark of Capparis spinosa have the most alkaloids and thus the strongest antiinfective effect, but they are difficult to collect in great amounts. The plant in its natural surroundings and a closer view. (25.11.2011, French Hill, Jerusalem, Israel: by Helena Paavilainen.)
FIGURE 22.1 (Continued) Root and bark of Capparis spinosa have the most alkaloids and thus the strongest anti-infective effect, but they are difficult to collect in great amounts. The plant in its natural surroundings and a closer view. (25.11.2011, French Hill, Jerusalem, Israel: by Helena Paavilainen.)
TABLE 22.1 Anti-infective Properties of Capparis spp.
