Opuntia quitensis F.A.C.Weber

Species

Angiosperms > Caryophyllales > Cactaceae > Opuntia

Characteristics

A cactus.
Life form perennial
Growth form shrub
Growth support free-standing
Foliage retention deciduous
Sexuality hermaphrodite
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It is a tropical plant.
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Hardiness (USDA) 9-12

Usage

The fruit are eaten raw.
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Edible fruits
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Images

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Distribution

Opuntia quitensis world distribution map, present in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru

Conservation status

Opuntia quitensis threat status: Least Concern

Identifiers

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WFO ID wfo-0001288034
COL ID 753NC
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Synonyms

Platyopuntia quitensis Opuntia quitensis