Huaraco cactus
Austrocylindropuntia floccosa
Family: Cactaceae
What it is like
A cactus. It forms mats. The segments are 15 cm long and 6 cm wide. The leaves are awl-shaped and 0.7 cm long. The flowers are yellow to orange.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in dry valleys and rocky slopes in high elevations.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Bolivia (country/location of origin), Indonesia, Peru (country/location of origin), SE Asia, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds and cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Kaktus huaraco