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Stenocereus chrysocarpus

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Stenocereus chrysocarpus is a species of cactus in the genus Stenocereus, endemic to Mexico.

Description

A tropical cactus in the family Cactaceae.

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Edible Uses

The fruit are edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Mexico,

Also Known As

Pitaya

References (1)

  • Segura, S. et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793

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