Opuntia cochenillifera in the germplasm resources information network grin, u. There are many types of opuntia cactus that are common houseplants and are known for their jointed stems and flattened pads. To view a chart comparing alternate taxonomy click here. This page was last edited on 10 december 2014, at 11.
They are composed of paddleshaped cladodes joints up to 20 inches 50 cm long, up to 6 inches 15 cm wide and linked together in a branched pattern. Prickly pear, cochineal nopal cactus nopalea cochenillifera. Cactus cochenillifer, nopalea cochenillifera, cactus nopal, cactus splendidus, cactus campechianus, nopalea coccifera. Philip miller described it as opuntia cochenillifera in 1768. Fruits of lophophora williamsii, nopalea cochenillifera and several species of opuntia are edible. Browse pictures and read growth cultivation information about opuntia species, variegated prickly pear cactus opuntia cochenillifera f. The atlas of florida plants provides a source of information for the distribution of plants within the state and taxonomic information. Prickly pears are also known as tuna fruit, sabra, nopal paddle, plural nopales from the nahuatl word nopalli for the pads, or nostle, from the nahuatl word nochtli for the fruit. Opuntia, genus of 150180 species of flatjointed cacti family cactaceae native to the new world. Extraction and physicochemical characterization of mucilage from opuntia cochenillifera l. Several species of prickly pear are cultivated for their edible fruits and paddles. The aim of this study was to extract mucilage from o.
It has a typical opuntia form growing from padshaped stems but over time it will form an upright trunk with branches of green pads. The website also provides access to a database and images of herbarium specimens found at the university of south florida and other herbaria. Cactus grow from alaska to argentina, or chilly canada to chilly chili, and other parts. The first description was in 1753 by carl linnaeus as cactus cochenillifer. Opuntia cochenillifera wikipedia, a enciclopedia livre. Many species are now recognized as mere variants of o.
The cactus opuntia has been used in mexico from prehispanic times, and along with maize zea mays and agave agave spp. With those tools you can have a very steady and nutritious supply of a tasty wild edible, and not only in warm areas. Pdf nopalea cochenillifera, a potential chromium vi. A downloadable pdf document of a book in prepublication awaiting illustration. Low spine prickly pear cactus opuntia cochenillifera nopal etsy. It will produce an edible reddish pink fruit, even the pads are edible if they are peeled. Carl linnaeus first described optunia cochenillifera as cactus cochenillifer. Extraction and physicochemical characterization of. Pdf extraction and physicochemical characterization of mucilage. Molecular studies of forage pricklypear cactus from the semiarid of. Descriptions and illustrations of plants of the cactus family. Opuntia cochenillifera are shrubs or small trees, 2 to 4 m tall.
Larger, terminal joints green to graygreen, obovate or elliptic. Succulent shrub or small tree 24 m tall with several main branches arising from the base. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. In recent years there has been increased interest in opuntia species for the important role they play and. Opuntia cochenillifera dc opuntia cochenillifera dc. Fast growing and edible like other cochenillifera this cactus is a real conversation starter. Nopalea cochenillifera, a potential chromium vi hyperaccumulator plant article pdf available in environmental science and pollution research 202 august 2012 with 239 reads.
Dont be spineless eat the weeds and other things, too. Opuntia cacti make outstanding landscape or patio plants. Opuntia is the most widespread of all genera in the cactus family. You will recognize most by their classic prickly pear appearance. Opuntia cochenillifera for both cladode and fruits was investigated. Media in category opuntia cochenillifera the following 55 files are in this category, out of 55 total. An excellent, if rather terse, guide to the traditional medicinal uses of the plants of the region the roasted branches are sliced and applied as a poultice to relieve pain, swelling, and localized burning sensations resulting from filaria. Jun 10, 2015 jun 10, 2015 warm hand cactus opuntia cochenillife ra f.
There are over 90 species of opuntia in the united states. In all cases the scientific names used are faithful to the information given in the source. Opuntia cochenillifera is a beautiful and hardy cactus. Data source and references for opuntia cochenillifera cochineal nopal cactus from the usda plants database. The best mucilage yield 31% was obtained by nonthermal extraction with hydration.
The genus occurs naturally throughout north and south america from as far north as canada, through the caribbean, and down into argentina. D manual chopping of spineless opuntia pads in tunisia. Nopalea cochenillifera is a shrub or tree species reported as native to mexico, but known from cultivation for centuries. Growing opuntia cacti learn about types of opuntia in gardens.
Data source and references for opuntia cochenillifera. Opuntia cochenillifera is a species of cactus in the subfamily opuntioideae. Antimicrobial activity of opuntia cochenillifera l. The following summary is from witt and luke 2017 description. Nopalea cochenillifera is an evergreen cactus that is very easy to grow. Opuntia web 90 usa prickly pear species identify yours. This listing is not for cuttings, pads, or seeds, but an actual established rooted plant. Your use of this pdf, the bioone complete website, and all posted and associated content indicates your. Salmdyck, 1849, nomen novum nopalea cochenillifera l. To view publication details for this taxon and related synonyms click here. He distinguished the genus lairgely on the form o its flouers an fruits. There are various sizes available to suit your needs. It ranges up through the midwest into canada and is reported to be the northernmost of all cacti.
Opuntia cochenillifera is widely cultivated, it produces fruits which are gathered for human consumption grant 1883. Our mexican nopal cactus mold photo at left, 1200x seeks expert help with confirming its identity, and is discussed below. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Then there is another plant with pads which almost look similar to brasiliopuntiahybrids or something, and look much more flattened and quite a bit wider. The stems are mainly spineless, probably the result of selective breeding to make the plants easier to harvest. Plants profile for opuntia cochenillifera cochineal nopal. Get outdoors for some landscaping or spruce up your garden.
Opuntia species, variegated prickly pear cactus opuntia. Opuntia cochenillifera variegata cactus, beautiful pads marbled with shades of green. Nopalea cochenillifera is a shrubby or treelike cactus up to. Opuntia online guide to the positive identification of. Meth anolic extract was found to be an effective against the microbes namely, e. Opuntia coccinellifera is widely cultivated and commercially used in juices, jellies, candies, teas, and alcoholic drinks.
Variegata velvet cactus, warm hand cactus, cochineal cactus, velvet opuntia, nopales opuntia, nopal cactus note. Large joints green, elliptic to narrowly obovate, 8 to 40. Ill vouch for the grows anywhere comment of another poster. Learn more about the genus opuntia, including its geographical range, physical characteristics, and notable species. Opuntia has been introduced to enrich soil and prevent the evaporation of moisture duffey 1964. On apr 19, 2010, dracovolans from crestline, ca zone 8b wrote. It is endemic to mexico, and is the most common species in jamaica. Fruit transpiration and water vapor conductance from six species of platyopuntias nopalea cochenillifera l. Opuntia, commonly called prickly pear, is a genus in the cactus family, cactaceae. Pdf antimicrobial activity of opuntia cochenillifera l. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. All varieties of opuntia are easy to grow provided there is ample light, welldrained soil and.
Nopalea cochenillifera name homonyms opuntia cochenillifera l. It was introduced into tropical and subtropical areas after the spanish colonisation of mexico, to raise cochineal insects to produce red dyes commercially. An excellent, if rather terse, guide to the traditional medicinal uses of the plants of the region. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. Opuntia fragilis, the potato or marble cactus, has small, globular stems about two inches long.
Nopalea cochenillifera cochineal nopal cactus world of. We dont share your credit card details with thirdparty sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. The fruits of the prickly pear cactus opuntia ficusindica remain green until the final. Opuntias are unique cacti with unusual shapes and beautiful flowers. Extraction and physicochemical characterization of mucilage from. It was used in the past for the production of the cochineal insect dactylopious coccus costa. Carbon and water balances for young fruits of platyopuntias. Whether in ground or in a container they thrive on neglect. The brown, woody trunk at the bottom of this plant is normal for the species.
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