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Myrtillocactus

Myrtillocactus

9.9
A cactus that grows like a small tree in Mexico and Central America with blue-green stems and edible fruit
  • noun
  • /mɪrˈtɪloʊˌkæktəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Myrtillocactus is popular among collectors because of its striking appearance and edible berries.

Examples

  • The Myrtillocactus has beautiful blue-green stems.

  • Many gardens in arid regions feature Myrtillocactus due to its drought tolerance.

  • Researchers are studying Myrtillocactus for its potential medicinal properties.

  • I saw a Myrtillocactus in a garden yesterday.

  • Many gardens in arid regions feature Myrtillocactus due to its drought tolerance.

  • The Myrtillocactus is popular among collectors because of its striking appearance and edible berries.

  • Researchers are studying Myrtillocactus for its potential medicinal properties.

Compounds

Myrtillocactus geometrizans
  • Specialized
9.9

A tall tree-like cactus from western Mexico that has small edible berries

Surface Forms

Myrtillocactus singular
Myrtillocacti plural

Etymology

Myrtillocactus comes from two parts: Myrtillo- from a Latin word for a 'small blue berry' like a blueberry and -cactus meaning 'cactus'. So Myrtillocactus is a cactus known for its edible, berry-like fruit.