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Scientific Name:Mammilaria species
Common Name(s): Pincushion cactus
Edible: yes
Medicinal: no
Parts Used: stem
Nwy 18 Sep, 2008
This type of cactus, by the time it reaches a useful size for collecting water is often very old, sometimes up to 200 years old. I wouldn't suggest destroying one of these plants unless it is an emergency situation.
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Logos 13 Aug, 2008
Description: Members of this cactus group are round, short, barrel-shaped, and without leaves. Sharp spines cover the entire plant.
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Logos 13 Aug, 2008
Habitat and Distribution: These cacti are found throughout much of the desert regions of the western United States and parts of Central America.
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Logos 13 Aug, 2008
Edible Parts: They are a good source of water in the desert.