Corryocactus pulquinensis

Family: Cactaceae

What it is like

A cactus. It is a climbing or creeping plant. It has few branches. They are 3-4 m long. The stems are shiny and dark green. They are 3-4 cm across. There are 4-5 ribs. They are blunt and notched. There are 3-7 spines which are somewhat flattened against the surface. The flowers are often in clusters or 3-4. They are near the tips of the stems and bell shaped. They are golden yellow or orange and 7-7.5 cm long.

Probably all Corryocactus fruit are edible. Anderson, E.F., 2001, The Cactus Family, Timber Press p 182

Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andes, Bolivia, Peru, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Corryocactus ayopayanus Cardenas;