Helianthocereus atacamensis
(Phil.) Backeb.
Cardon
Cactaceae Edible: Fruit
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A columnar cactus native to temperate regions, belonging to a genus of about 20 Helianthocereus species (possibly now classified under Trichocereus).
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Chile, South America,
Notes
There are about 20 Helianthocereus species. These may now be included in Trichocereus.
Also Known As
Pasakanas
References (1)
- Aldunate, C. et al, 1983, Ethnobotany of pre-Altiplanic Community in the Andes of Northern Chile. Economic Botany 37( ) p 120-134
