Tacinga palmadora
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Summary
Source: WikipediaTacinga palmadora is a species of plant in the family Cactaceae.
Description
A tropical cactus growing to 3 m tall, cultivated as a hedge or live fence. It is a member of the Cactaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Brazil, South America,
Cultivation
It can be used as a hedge or live fence.
Synonyms
Opuntia palmadora Britton & Rose
Also Known As
Palmatoria
References (2)
- de Lucena, et al, 2013, Use and knowledge of Cactaceae in Northeastern Brazil. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine 2013, 9:62
- www.colecionandofrutas.org
