Cylindropuntia bigelovii
Engelm.
Teddy bear cholla
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCylindropuntia bigelovii, the teddy-bear cholla, is a cholla cactus species native to Northwestern Mexico, and to the United States in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Description
A cactus in the family Cactaceae found in temperate regions. The young buds are the primary edible part.
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Edible Uses
The young buds are cooked and eaten fresh, or dried and stored for later use.
Traditional Uses
The young buds are cooked eaten and also dried and stored for later use.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 365
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