Opuntia Tuna
This plant is a native of Mexico and South America generally. It reaches a height of 15 to 20 feet and bears reddish-colored flowers, followed by pear-shaped fleshy fruits 2 or 3 inches long, and of a...
This plant is a native of Mexico and South America
generally. It reaches a height of 15 to 20 feet and bears
reddish-colored flowers, followed by pear-shaped fleshy fruits 2
or 3 inches long, and of a rich carmine color when ripe. It is
cultivated for rearing the cochineal insect. The fruits are sweet
and juicy; sugar has been made from them. The juice is used as a
water-color and for coloring confectionery.
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