Canambaia
Lepismium cruciforme

Family: Cactaceae

What it is like

A cactus. It grows attached to trees. It can grow in rich mulchy soils.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil (country/location of origin), South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Conambaia, Cruzeta, Rabo-de-rato, Sordinha, Tenia-do-mato

Synonyms

Cactus cruciformis Vell.; Cereus cruciformis (Arrab.) Steud.; and others