Cactaceae Ferocactus wislizeni (Engelm.) Britt. & Rose
Candy Barrelcactus
Pima - Other, Hunting & Fishing Item
Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 56
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Ferocactus wislizeni (Engelm.) Britt. & Rose
Scientific name: Ferocactus wislizeni (Engelm.) Britt. & Rose
USDA symbol: FEWI (
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Common names: Candy Barrelcactus
Family: Cactaceae
Family (APG): Cactaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Other
Use sub-category: Hunting & Fishing Item
Notes: Thorns used to make fish hooks.
RECRD: 44835 id: 14747