Lemaireocereus hollianus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLemaireocereus hollianus is a species of Lemaireocereus found in Mexico.
Description
A cactus in the Cactaceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Mexico,
Other Uses
The plant is grown as a living fence to provide a strong, stock-proof barrier. The plant can be an aggressive colonizer of open land and tolerates disturbance. It is the fastest growing species of those columnar cacti found in the region, growing around 4cm per year while other species grow 3mm per year.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Acompes, Baboso
References (3)
- Lira, R., et al, 2009, Traditional Knowledge and Useful Plant Richness in the Tehuacan-Cuicatlan Valley, Mexico. Economic Botany XX(X): 1-17
- Segura, S. et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793
- Subik, R., & Kunte, L., 2003, The Complete Encyclopedia of Cacti. Rebo publishers. p 43
