Harrisia simpsonii
Small ex Britton & Rose
Simpson's apple cactus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaHarrisia simpsonii, or Simpson's applecactus, is a species of cactus in the Trichocereeae tribe. It grows in the state of Florida, in the Southeastern United States. It may be found growing on shell mounds, mangrove swamps or on high hammocks, and may be associated with buttonwood (Conocarpus erectus). It is threatened by collecting for horticulture.
Description
A subtropical cactus in the family Cactaceae, commonly known as Simpson's apple cactus.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
References (1)
- Kermath, B. M., et al, 2014, Food Plants in the Americas: A survey of the domesticated, cultivated and wild plants used for Human food in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. On line draft. p 406
