Prickly Pear Cactus
by David and Carol Kelly
Title
Prickly Pear Cactus
Artist
David and Carol Kelly
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Prickly pear cactus are found in all of the deserts of the American Southwest, with different species having adapted to different locale and elevation ranges. Most require course, well drained soil in dry, rocky flats or slopes.
The fruits of most prickly pears are edible and sold in stores under the name "tuna". Prickly pear branches (the pads) are also cooked and eaten as a vegetable. They are sold in stores under the name "nopalito".
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November 10th, 2015
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