Garambullo
Myrtillocactus schenckii

Family: Cactaceae

What it is like

A cactus. It grows about 2 m tall. The branches are 6-10 cm across. They are dark green. It can have spines 1-2 cm long. The fruit are 2 cm long by 1.5 cm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in arid and semi-arid areas.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico, North America

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten fresh or dried and are also used for ice-cream.

It is a cultivated food plant.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Vichishovo

Synonyms

Cereus schenckii J A. Purpus;