Capparidaceae is a family of flowering plants that contains around 700 species. Some synonyms for this family include the Cleomaceae family and the Capparaceae family. These two names have been used interchangeably in the past, but recent studies have shown that the Capparaceae family is actually a separate entity. Other synonyms for Capparidaceae include the Cruciferae family and the Brassicaceae family, due to similarities in their floral structures and seed pods. Plants in this family are often used for their medicinal properties and as a source of food, such as the capers that are commonly used in cooking.