Helianthocereus atacamensis

Description

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

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