Arborescent prickly pear
Opuntia leucotricha
Family: Cactaceae
What it is like
A tree like cactus. It grows 5 m tall. The fruit can be white or red. They have a smell.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
America, Mexico, North America
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw or made into a fermented drink.
Edible parts
Fruit, fruit - drink
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Coyonostle, Duraznillo, Nopal duraznillo