Cactaceae Opuntia leptocaulis DC.

Christmas Cactus

Pima, Gila River - Food, Fruit

Use documented by:
Rea, Amadeo M., 1991, Gila River Pima Dietary Reconstruction, Arid Lands Newsletter 31:3-10, page 7

View all documented uses for Opuntia leptocaulis DC.

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Scientific name: Opuntia leptocaulis DC.
USDA symbol: OPLE (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Christmas Cactus
Family: Cactaceae
Family (APG): Cactaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima, Gila River
Use category: Food
Use sub-category: Fruit
Notes: Fruits eaten raw.

RECRD: 8719 id: 24712

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