Prickly Pear Cactus
The Prickly Pear Cactus thrives in the desert and produces a fruit known as the cactus pear. This fruit is edible and is often used to make jams, jellies, syrups, and juices. The prickly pear offers numerous health benefits, being an excellent source of antioxidants, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. This video explores different cactus varieties, showcasing their various shapes, sizes, and spine types. It also highlights their flowers, edible parts, and some products made from prickly pear. Discover prickly pear nutrition and its potential use in edible landscaping.
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