Disocactus speciosus
(Cav.) Barthlott
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Summary
Source: WikipediaDisocactus speciosus, the sun cactus, is a species of flowering plant in the family Cactaceae. It is native to Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala, and has been introduced to the Canary Islands. As its synonym Heliocereus speciosus it has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Description
A tropical desert cactus with red, oval fruits 3–5 cm long that are sold in local markets.
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Edible Uses
The fruit and flowers are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the desert.
Where It Grows
Mexico,
Other Information
It is sold in local markets.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Flor de junco, Pitahaya de cerro, Pitahaya de roca, Quelite de junco
References (3)
- Manzanero-Medina, G. I., et al, 2020, Ethnobotany of food plants (quelites) sold in two traditional markets of Oaxaca, Mexico. South African Journal of Botany. 130 (2020) 215-223
- Segura, S. et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793
- www.desert-tropicals.com
