Melocactus curvispinus

Family: Cactaceae

What it is like

A cactus. The fruit are red.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andes, Central America, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, South America

How it is used for food

The fresh fruit are tasty.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Barba de viejo, Cabeza de negro

Synonyms

Cactus maconii Rose; and many others