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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

Synonyms