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  Peruvian apple cactus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It is also known as a cadushi, giant club cactus, or hedge cactus.
With an often tree-like appearance, the Peruvian apple cactus' cylindrical gray-green stems can reach 10 meters (33 ft) in height and 10-20 cm in diameter.
Fruits of a number of other columnar cacti, also belonging to the subfamily Cactoideae, tribe Cereeae, are known to be of economic significance for native use in South America.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Apple_cactus   (185 words)

  
 New Fruits for Arid Climates
In Europe columnar cactus fruit was accepted quite well but supermarket chains required 300 tonnes/year, while the quantities produced in Israel in 2001 were only 70 tonnes.
On the other hand it is quite clear that apples and citrus fruits will struggle to withstand the changing economic and climatic conditions (Vietmeyer 1990).
Nerd, A., Raveh, E. and Mizrahi, Y. Adaptation of five columnar cactus species to various conditions in the Negev Desert of Israel.
www.hort.purdue.edu /newcrop/ncnu02/v5-378.html   (3333 words)

  
 Jellies, Marmalades and Honeys
The delicate blend of Arizona grown Granny Smith apples and prickly pear cactus fruit yields a distinctively tart yet sweet flavor.
Mesquite honey blushed with a touch of cactus juice for a light, delicate flavor with a beautiful magenta color.
A delightful marriage of the bright magenta colored yet delicately sweet prickly pear cactus fruit with the distinctly tart flavor of lemons brings this marmalade to perfection.
www.cherisdesertharvest.com /jelmarandhon.html   (425 words)

  
 [Arid_gardener] RE:Transplanting Cactus   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
Nanette, The Peruvian Apple Cactus (Cereus Hildmannianus, formerly C. peruvianus)is easier to transplant if you take cuttings from it, unless you are willing to pay a landscaper to come in and box it up (the same way they move trees)and transplant it in your yard.
This cactus grows from a large underground tuber that can be a good 2 feet in circumference.
Cactus go dormant in the winter which is why I'm telling you not to water them during that time.
ag.arizona.edu /pipermail/arid_gardener/2005-July/002649.html   (440 words)

  
 Peruvian Apple Cactus
Similar in appearance to the dragon fruit, but without the prominent spines.
A columnar cactus growing up to 30ft tall.
Plants will stand very high temperatures but are not too frost hardy.
www.tradewindsfruit.com /peruvian_apple_cactus.htm   (60 words)

  
 Cactus   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
Their leaves have evolved into needles, which in addition to allowing less water to evaporate than regular leaves, also defend the cactus against water-seeking animals.
Many cactus species are nightblooming, as they are pollinated by nocturnal insects or small animals.
A number of cactus species are cultivated for use as houseplants, as well as for ornamental gardens.
www.backyardagora.com /glossary/cactus.htm   (181 words)

  
 cactus recipe Page, nopales recipes, authentic California organic fruit/vegetable!
This is a nearly spineless cactus that is easy to prepare, and has a delightful taste both raw and cooked.
Take the prepared and diced cactus and add to some potatoes that are already pretty well cooked with your favorite spices including garlic and onions.
In this recipe the freshly cut and cleaned cactus pads are cut into french fry style strips 3/8" wide and rolled in a batter of milk and eggs then rolled through flour, cornmeal or a combination of both.
www.rivenrock.com /recipes.html   (925 words)

  
 publications   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
Rae, J.G. Predicting the population growth of an endangered cactus by transition matrices.
Demography of an endangered cactus: size-based transition matrices.
Rae, J. Demography of the endangered fragrant prickly-apple cactus.
swampfox.fmarion.edu /web/biol/jgrae/publications.html   (155 words)

  
 Cactus Jellies, Marmalades and Honeys
Cactus Apple Jelly: The delicate blend of Arizona grown Granny Smith apples and prickly pear cactus fruit yields a distinctively tart yet sweet flavor.
Prickly Pear Cactus Jelly: Grown on sun-drenched deserts and watered naturally by our generous monsoon rains, the succulent Prickly Pear Cactus fruit produces a rich, fruity flavor with distinct clarity, and a delicate aroma.
Cactus Marmalade: A delightful marriage of the bright magenta colored yet delicately sweet Prickly Pear Cactus fruit with the distinctly tart flavor of lemons.
www.desertcanyongifts.com /cactuscandy/cheris(2).htm   (522 words)

  
 Germplasm 5 and 6 in the Desert Agriculture project
Cereus peruvianes, this erect columnar cactus is sometimes called Cereus uruguayanus or the apple cactus.
That it is also esteemed as a "pioneer plant" in cactus and rock gardens indicates its hardiness.
John Wiley and Sons, Inc. 3."Adaptation of five columnar cactus species to various conditions in the Negev desert of Israel" A. Nerd, R.Raveh and Y. Mizrachi.
desertagriculture.org /germp3.html   (543 words)

  
 Cook's Thesaurus: Exotic Tropical Fruit
According to botanists, though, the grayish "stem" is actually the fruit, and it encloses the kidney-shaped cashew nut that we're familiar with.
The cashew apple is the yellowish-orange part that's attached to the fruit.
Cashew apples are juicy but somewhat astringent due to a high concentration of tannin.
www.foodsubs.com /Fruittroex.html   (2234 words)

  
 FRAGRANT PRICKLY-APPLE, Cereus eriophorus var. fragrans, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
DESCRIPTION AND REPRODUCTION: Fragrant prickly-apple is a columnar cactus with cylindrical stems that grow to 2 to 4 feet tall, occasionally to 15 feet tall.
Hurricanes passing in the vicinity could produce windthrow damage and destruction such as was reported by Small (1917) for a similar cactus in the Keys.
The cacti are on the edges of a residential neighborhood, and the current trend in clearing land for development will increase the likelihood for wind damage as the wind buffering capacity of nearby vegetation is reduced.
www.fws.gov /endangered/i/q/saq32.html   (588 words)

  
 Cereus peruvianus - night blooming cereus
Peruvians picks up the common name, apple cactus because of its 1-2 inch fleshy, red apple like fruit.
Many people think from the start that since the plant is a cactus or in the cactus family it shouldn't be watered or it only needs a little.
When transporting the plant watch out for the typical cactus spines on your hands, clothes, and vehicle.
www.plant-care.com /cereus-peruvianus.html   (544 words)

  
 Development of Cereus peruvianus (Apple Cactus) as a New Crop for the Negev Desert of Israel
Development of Cereus peruvianus (Apple Cactus) as a new crop for the Negev desert of Israel.
Cereus peruvianus (L.) Mill., Cactaceae (apple cactus) is a large erect, thorny columnar cactus found in South America (Fig.
It is an unexplored, underutilized cactus, grown only as an ornamental plant, even though it produces attractive, edible fruits, which are known as pitaya in Latin America (Morton 1987).
www.hort.purdue.edu /newcrop/proceedings1993/v2-486.html   (1738 words)

  
 Highly Scented Candles - Candle Containers
This medium size heart crock, with a red heart painted on the left side; with a blue sponged rim around top edge, normally white wax is used, scented with your favorite scent.
This is a square crock, with bright red apples, brown stem and green leaves.
This crock is a must for apple lovers, filled with Hot Baked Apple Pie Scent.
www.highlyscentedcandles.com /specialty.htm   (261 words)

  
 PlantFiles: Detailed information on Apple Cactus, Peruvian Apple, Hedge Cactus, Peruvian Tree Cactus (Cereus repandus)
Its only drawback is the spectacular flowers open at dusk and die before noon the next day, so to see them at their best you have to view them at night or in the very early a.m.
The fruit is better than the "cactus apple" of the opuntia if only because it has no spines and can be eaten out of hand.
This cactus is cultivated for living fences, furniture, soap substitutes and firewood.
davesgarden.com /pf/go/54386   (828 words)

  
 CPC Plant Profile - National Collection of Endangered Plants   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
Harrisia fragrans is a columnar cactus endemic to south Florida.
Britton, N.L.; Rose, J.N. The Cactaceae: descriptions and illustrations of plants of the cactus family.
Rae, John G. Aspects of the population and reproductive ecology of the endangered fragrant prickly-apple cactus [Cereus eriophorus var.
www.centerforplantconservation.org /ASP/CPC_ViewProfile.asp?CPCNum=873   (893 words)

  
 Blue Cactus - bluecactus.ca   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
The highway is busy with Phoenicians headed the other direction, many driving sport utes and pulling boats, bound for long weekends at Puerto Penasco on the Sea of Cortes.
Blue Cactus 1340 Shermer Rd. Northbrook (847) 498-1033 Prices: appetizers average $5; entrees, $12-$14; dessert, $6 Hours: 5-9 p.m.
The Blue Cactus Cafe at Wetmore Store is located in the former Wetmore General Store and Post Office in San Antonio, Texas, creating a truly Vintage Texas...
www.bluecactus.ca   (479 words)

  
 Plants Belonging to the Genus 'Subpilocereus'   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
Subpilocereus atroviridis synonym of Cereus repandus (Hedge Cactus, Peruvian Apple Cactus)
Subpilocereus grenadensis synonym of Cereus repandus (Hedge Cactus, Peruvian Apple Cactus)
Subpilocereus repandus synonym of Cereus repandus (Hedge Cactus, Peruvian Apple Cactus)
www.desert-tropicals.com /Plants/Cactaceae/Subpilocereus.html   (88 words)

  
 Questkeep.com - Galgar's Cactus Apple Surprise quest guide
If you?re interested, you can find cactus apples near the cactus plants around here.
Go to the area north of the Den, you?ll find plenty cactus there and no mobs will aggro you there so it?s nice and safe.
As promised, here is a cactus apple surprise plus a little something extra.
questkeep.com /?175   (344 words)

  
 Acacia Artisans Products
Cheri's Cactus Apple Jelly - 8 oz jars - Case of 12
Cheri's Cactus Apple Jelly - 2 oz jars - Case of 24
Cheri's Cactus Apple Jelly - 5 oz jars - Case of 12
www.acaciart.com /products?Cat=ja   (919 words)

  
 CactusWeb.US Photoalbum 1
Many of the cacti are identified with origin, growth habits and links to other sites about individual cacti.
I also have tips and information on cactus care and links on where to buy cacti.
cactus to my site, just send me a photo with identification and a brief description.
www.cactusweb.us /photoalbum1.html   (263 words)

  
 Allakhazam.com: World of Warcraft
If only I had some cactus apples, I could make my famous cactus apple surprise!
If you bring me 10 cactus apples, I'll make you a few portions of cactus apple surprise to take with you on your adventures.
If you're interested, you can find cactus apples growing near the cactus plants around here.
wow.allakhazam.com /db/quest.html?wquest=4402   (123 words)

  
 CACTUS TRADERS Apple Plate Serving Set Mixed Fruits Wall Clock Plaque Candle Holders Wreath Basket Lamp Italian Style ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
CACTUS TRADERS Apple Plate Serving Set Mixed Fruits Wall Clock Plaque Candle Holders Wreath Basket Lamp Italian Style Napoli Urn
The hand-applied birds, apples and leaves of this glazed, ceramic vase recall the classic creations of the 20's and 30's.
Apple motif welcome sign, hanging from a chain.
cactustraders.com /206.htm   (218 words)

  
 Devotional Readings: Florida Hospital Mission Development
Mom loved Cactus Apple Jelly, and this was about the only place we could find cactus in Puerto Rico.
There wasn't even a sign saying, "Cactus apples for sale." Just ancient wheelbarrows parked in the shade, filled with fruit, waiting for customers.
Somehow, I had never thought of cactus apples as a cash crop, but in Juliaca they bring good prices.
www.flhosp.org /mission/devotionals/yr2005/cactusapples05june23.htm   (331 words)

  
 wanted: cereus peruvianus - apple cactus seeds.
I'm looking for seeds of cereus peruvianus - apple cactus.
If you have this cactus and it has fruit and you have nothing to do with them.
Where I have found seeds for this cactus they offer only small amounts.
www.backyardgardener.com /seedexchange/messages/806.html   (260 words)

  
 Vinoka Wine and Beverage Enterprises Ltd. Lone Cactus Wine Coolers
All CiderPress Ciders use the same apple juice concentrate base for all flavours, it is interchangeable with other cider or wine cooler flavours.
Simultaneously, all LoneCactus Wine Coolers use the same white grape juice concentrate base, (except Black Cherry and Blackberry use a red grape juice concentrate base), and is interchangeable with other cider or wine cooler flavours.
APPLE-LIME: Apple, combined with the thirst quenching spice of Lime, makes the wonderful blend available in our Lone Cactus Apple-Lime Wine Cooler.
www.vinoka.com /lonecactus.htm   (1290 words)

  
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As for the apple cultivars - I know that in Florida Ana is grown and also the cultivar - 'Ein Shemer' both have relatively low chilling requirements.
Salt tolerance of prickly pear cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica).
Cactus Succulent J. Wessels, A. Spineless prickly pear.
www.rarefruit.com /RFN1999AllYr.txt   (18513 words)

  
 Drinks To Infinity And Beyond   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-03)
1 oz candy apple mix \ 1 oz candy apple mix /
2 oz candy apple mix \ 1/2 pina colada mix \
1 oz candy apple mix \ 1 oz cherry mix \ fill with lemonade mix
www.brightredlipstick.com /1cdrinks.html   (6953 words)

  
 Le Cyber Cactus
You can then use the Xbox 360 Dashboard to browse and play your media, organized in the exact same way that it is on your Mac.
On 23 February 2005, Ingrid Betancourt and her associate Clara Rojas will start their fourth year as hostages in the hands of the fuckin FARC in Colombia.
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www.lecybercactus.com /blog   (409 words)

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