Opuntia quimilo · B.inomen

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Opuntia quimilo is a tree cactus and flowering plant species belonging to the Cactaceae family. It is found in north-central Argentina and is widespread in Bolivia.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Opuntia quimilo being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Opuntia tomentosa
Opuntia quitensis
Opuntia megapotamica
Opuntia elatior
Opuntia elata

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Caryophyllales
Family: Cactaceae
Genus: Opuntia
Species: Opuntia quimilo

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