Opuntia colubrina
Family: Cactaceae
What it is like
A cactus. The fruit are red with black seeds in white flesh inside.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. It grows in semi-arid regions. In Argentina it grows below 500 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Paraguay, South America (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The ripe fruit are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Keyekma apketo'k