Mammillaria sphacelata
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Description
A cactus.
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Edible Uses
The plant (part not specified) is sometimes used for food. The small, red fruits are club-shaped with a slight curve.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Mexico,
Also Known As
Biznaga
References (1)
- Rangel-Landa, S., et al, 2017, Sociocultural and ecological factors influencing management of edible and non-edible plants: the case of Ixcatlan, Mexico. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine. 13:59
