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1. You can only use Aloe vera on the skin as it helps with skin problems. Fact: You can drink Aloe vera. You can also put it on the inside of your mouth to get rid of sores and mouth ulcers. Drinking it is very beneficial to your health. It is very good for controlling blood sugar as well.
2. Aloe is only good for sunburn. Fact: Aloe vera is good for all sorts of illnesses. Yes it is good for sunburn, but it has a lot of other uses as well. 3. You have to have an illness to drink Aloe vera. Fact: Anyone can drink aloe. Even if you are completely healthy. In fact aloe helps to boost your immune system so you are less likely to catch colds and flu. 4. The best way to use Aloe vera is fresh from the plant.
Fact: Aloe fresh from the plant goes off very quickly. You would have to use it immediately in order to get the benefits. Aloe products that have been processed are designed to last longer. 5. The whole leaf is better than just the inside. Fact: The rind of the plant does not make any difference to the effectiveness of the Aloe. 6. Powdered and Aloe capsules are just as good as the drink. Fact: Powdered and aloe capsules have been over processed. Some of the goodness is in the liquid part of the plant. 7. You should see results quickly when drinking Aloe.
Fact: Like all natural products it takes a while to feel the benefits. You will have to take it for at least 2 months to notice any difference. 8. All Aloe plants are the same. Fact: There are several different species of Aloe. Some of them have no healing properties at all. The Aloe vera plant is the one that needs to be used. 9. Aloe vera tastes disgusting. Fact: It is an acquired taste. There are several different flavours of Aloe vera on the market and there should be one that will suit your taste-buds. Also once you drink it you will find that it starts to taste better.
10. All brands of Aloe vera juice work in the same way. Fact: You will need to check the ingredients list on the bottle to see how much Aloe vera it actually contains. If Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) is the first ingredient on the list you can be sure that you will get the benefits. If Aloe vera is too far down the list, you might as well just drink water as you will hardly get any benefits at all.
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Hoodia (Hoodia gordonii), which grows in the Kalahari Desert of southern Africa, has been popular in the media lately. For centuries, San Bushmen in the desert have used this plant for fighting off hunger and thirst during long hunts. Other traditional medicinal uses of Hoodia is for cramps, indigestion, hemorrhoids, and improved energy levels.
There are many misunderstandings as to the truth behind Hoodia, starting with its appearance. Though it looks like a cactus, it is in fact a leafless succulent with a cactus-like appearance. Learn the myths and facts behind this rare botanical. Myth: Makes You Lose Weight Hoodia supplements claim to make you lose weight fast. Many people turn to Hoodia because they think it is a miracle pill that will shed the pounds, without their having to put any effort.
Fact: It Is an Appetite Suppressant The real function of Hoodia is its ability to suppress appetite. In fact, the active ingredient, P57, can keep you full for up to 24 hours. If you eat as normal and do not get physical activity, Hoodia will likely do nothing for your weight. Myth: It Is Suitable for Everyone Many feel that weight loss supplements are fitting for everyone because they are easily purchasable and widely available. Herbal supplements are thought to be viable for all types of people because they are “natural.” However, there are always those who should take precaution.
Fact: Avoid Under Certain Health Conditions Though Hoodia can be useful for many people, those with diabetes should steer clear. This is because Hoodia may alert the brain that you have enough blood sugar, and you will not get warning signs that it is dangerously low. This can result in shakiness, irritability, and loss of consciousness. Also, people with eating disorders should not use Hoodia. Some people turn to Hoodia to suppress appetite even when their eating patterns are perfectly healthy. Also, people who are anorexic may turn to it to aid their desire to skip meals. It is important that eating disorders be treated under the guidance of a doctor.
Myth: All Supplements Are Safe Just because the packaging looks pretty and welcoming, it does not mean it is safe. In 2011, for example, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) put out an alert that one Hoodia supplement contained sibutramine. This substance was removed from the U.S. market in 2010 due to its possibility for causing heart failure or stroke.
Fact: Find Reliable Retailers Much of the time, supplement companies have deceiving packaging. Although they claim to be made with natural Hoodia extracts, they may contain little to no Hoodia. Understand that this plant is rare and protected in its native lands. The best way to be sure you are getting a quality product is to look for the C.I.T.E.S. certificate. This verifies that 100% pure South African Hoodia is being used. Even then, however, it may not be clear just how much they are putting in the supplement. If you want to be extra natural, you may also get a Hoodia plant: the San Bushman would eat the meat of the plant directly to get the effects.
Understanding the myths and facts behind new weight loss fads is important. In the case of Hoodia, this knowledge can help you avoid scams and potential danger.
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False Peyote (Ariocarpus fissuratus) is a small cactus that grows only a few centimeters in height and about 4-6 inches in diameter. Its nodes end in pointed triangles, giving the cactus a star-like appearance. The flowers are pink-violet in color. These little cacti are often mistaken for rocks in the stony desert in which they grow and are therefore difficult to find. Ariocarpus fissuratus is found only in New Mexico, northern Mexico and southwest Texas.
Traditional Uses Ariocarpus fissuratus is usually referred to as false or dangerous Peyote, and has been known in the Americas since pre-Columbian times. This cactus was very possibly used as a Peyote substitute when Peyote was unavailable. The Huichol strongly warn against consuming Ariocarpus fissuratus, and associate it with dark sorcery. They believe that those individuals who do not properly purify themselves at the start of the Peyote hunt pilgrimage by admitting all of their sexual encounters outside of marriage may mistake Ariocarpus fissuratus for real Peyote, the consumption of which will result in a deliriant-hallucinogenic state. The Tarahumara, meanwhile, consider they to be even more powerful than Peyote.
Medicinal Uses Ariocarpus fissuratus, and the related Ariocarpus retusus may have been used to treat malaria by some peoples in Mexico. The related Ariocarpus kotschoubeyanus is used as an external medicine to treat wounds. Certain reports of the consumption of Ariocarpus fissuratus also mention that it has strong narcotic pain-killing properties.
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Salads and sautés are probably not the first things that come to mind when you see the succulent adorning your windowsill. But did you know that a lot of common succulents can also be healthy and delicious additions to your dinner plate?
Here are seven succulents that do double duty as garden adornments and nutritional powerhouses. 1. Saguaro Ubiquitous in the backdrop of every old Western movie, the massive saguaro serves as more than a desert decoration. The night-blooming white flowers, which are the state flower of Arizona, produce greenish-pink fruit that contains bright red, slightly sweet pulp and small black seeds that give it a nutty flavor. The Tohono O’odham tribe of Arizona and Mexico has long used the fruit to make everything from jams and syrups to ceremonial wines.
How to Eat It: Chop the juicy pulp into salsa or even bake them into biscuits. Health Benefits: Saguaro fruit is high in fiber, vitamin C, and B12. 2. Opuntia You’ve probably seen these on the menu of Mexican restaurants as “nopales”. They have a mild, neutral flavor similar to green beans, and a slightly chewy texture. Its fruit, called “tuna” in Mexico, but commonly known as the prickly pear stateside, tastes like a combination of bubblegum and watermelon.
How to Eat It: Opuntia has flat, oval leaves that can be boiled or grilled and used in salads, soups, salsas, and tacos. The fruit can be peeled, sliced, and eaten raw or juiced. Health Benefits: The leaves are packed with fiber and calcium and just 23 calories per cup. The fruit is also low in calories and high in vitamin C. 3. Stonecrops These flowering succulents, also known as Sedums, encompass up to 600 species of plants. Their leaves have a mild peppery, bitter flavor, and are a flavorful addition to salads and stir-frys. Be sure to eat them in moderation, however, because large quantities can cause stomach upset.
How to Eat It: Its bitterness can be mellowed out by sautéing. Red flowering sedum leaves, stems, and tubers are safe to eat raw in salads, but yellow flowering sedums have a mild toxicity and need to be cooked. Health Benefits: They’re believed to relieve coughs and lower blood pressure, and they can be applied to the skin to relieve burns, cuts, hemorrhoids, and eczema, although there isn’t any research yet to back these claims.
4. Sea Beans Salicornia, or Sea Beans, are a succulent that grows on salt marshes and sandy beaches. They are gaining popularity amongst gourmet chefs and popping up in more grocery stores across the country. How to Eat It: These “beans” can be eaten raw or pan-fried and have a flavor and texture similar to asparagus. A quick blanch can mellow out the intense sea salt flavor. Health Benefits: High in protein, calcium, iron, and iodine. 5. Dragon Fruit Who knew that the candy-colored dragon fruit, or pitaya, came from a cactus? These bright pink fruits come from a night-blooming cactus commonly known as the Queen of the Night. Despite their flashy appearance, their flavor is very mild—many compare it to a bland, slightly sweet melon or kiwi. How to Eat It: Simply slice it open, scoop out the white pulp, and eat, or add it to smoothies and shakes.
Health Benefits: What it lacks in intense flavor, it makes up for in nutritional content. It’s low in calories and high in protein, fiber, vitamin C, iron, and calcium. 6. Aloe You already know about this spiny succulent’s applications in treating burns, rashes, and minor cuts and scrapes, but its benefits extend much further. How to Eat It: Peel away the tough, bitter outer leaf and blend the translucent inner part into drinks and smoothies, chop it into salads, or poach slices in water to get rid of the slimy texture. Health Benefits: Scientists have identified over 75 phytochemicals in Aloe including high levels of antioxidants, vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, E, and folic acid. There’s also evidence that it can relieve constipation. However, large amounts can potentially be bad for your kidneys, so eat in moderation.
7. Ferocactus (Barrel Cactus) The large, hard spines on this Southwestern American succulent make it look more like a menace than a tasty treat, but it’s completely edible. Its bright red flowers wilt to produce yellow fruit that resembles a miniature pineapple. Native Americans traditionally ate the flowers and even the flesh of the plant itself, but they’re not very palatable (but useful if you ever get lost in the desert!).
How to Eat It: The fruit has a slightly slimy pulp with edible black seeds, and can be picked right off the cactus and eaten raw. Its flavor is slightly tart and reminiscent of lemon and kiwi. Health Benefits: Cactus fruits are high in vitamins A and C.
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Salicornia europaea also known as Glasswort, Marsh Samphire, Sea Pickle and Sea Asparagus traditionally grows along the coast.
Once described as the poor man’s Asparagus this is now fast becoming a trendy garnish in many of the gourmet restaurants. That said, this is a fantastic vegetable in its own right or can be made into a wonderful pickled vegetable. This is not something ‘new’ – in his writings Shakespeare made reference to Samphire growing on the White Cliffs of Dover and the workings of the Channel Tunnel were reclaimed into a new area of land called Samphire Hoe.
Growing Conditions Grow it in a container on you window sill or in the open ground, Best watered with a saline solution (1 teaspoon of proper sea salt in a pint of water), Prefers a light sandy soil (or well drained) and a sunny position, Has a salty taste (surprise surprise!).
Culinary Uses Great accompaniment to fish, Added to salad, Nice pickled or in vinegar. Medicinal Uses A natural carminative, depurative and diuretic, A natural treatment for obesity, High in Vitamin C, Can aid digestion, Can relieve flatulence, It is thought to help kidney complaints. Other Uses In the 14th Century the ashes were used to make glass and soap.
Disclaimer As with all alternative medicines and plants with purported medicinal benefits it is important to inform your health care providers that you are using them; this helps to ensure safe and coordinated care. We can accept no liability for any side effect or contingency from any allergy or any other cause or harm that may arise. If in doubt please do consult a medical practitioner before using.
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An Aloe vera plant can add a lovely touch of green to any office or home. But did you know that your favorite potted plant could be used for so much more than household decor?
It has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. Native to North Africa, Southern Europe, and the Canary Islands, today Aloe vera is grown in tropical climates worldwide. From relieving heartburn to slowing the spread of cancer, researchers are only first beginning to unlock all of the powerful uses of this universal plant and its many amazing byproducts. 1. Your houseplant could fight your heartburn. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that often results in symptoms including heartburn. A recent review explains that consuming 1 to 3 onces of Aloe vera gel at mealtimes could reduce the severity of GERD and other digestion-related problems. The plant’s low toxicity makes it a safe and gentle remedy.
2. A little Aloe vera gel a day could keep bacteria on fruits and vegetables away. In a recent study, an Aloe vera gel coating on tomato plants was able to block, not all, but many types of harmful bacteria. Similar results were found in a different study with apples. This means that Aloe vera gel could help produce stay fresh for longer without the need for potentially dangerous chemicals. 3. An alternative to mouthwash. A 2014 study found Aloe vera extract to be a safe and effective alternative to chemical-based mouthwashes. The plant’s natural ingredients, which include a healthy dose of vitamin C, can block plaque and also provide relief if you have bleeding or swelling gums.
4. The new blood sugar regulator is greener than ever. Might Aloe vera be able to help people with diabetes regulate their blood sugar levels? One study conducted in Thailand found that two tablespoons of Aloe vera juice per day caused blood sugar levels to fall in people with type 2 diabetes, which means it may have a future in diabetes treatment. These results were confirmed with a later study from Turkey that used pulp extract. 5. A little extra push. Recently, a team of Nigerian scientists conducted a study to determine whether local folklore about Aloe vera was true. Experimenting on rats, they found that gel made from typical Aloe vera houseplants was able to relieve constipation.
6. Brighten more than just your office space. You can use it to keep your skin clear and hydrated. According to a study, the plant is particularly special because it’s designed to live in dry, unstable climates. To survive, the leaves of Aloe vera store water. The combination of the moist leaf and special plant compounds called complex carbohydrates make it an effective face moisturizer and pain reliever. 7. Stepping up in the battle against cancer. According to a new study, aloe-emodin, a compound in Aloe vera leaves, could slow down the spread of breast cancer cells. Researchers are currently investigating how it may play a role in other types of cancer, as well.
There are hundreds of ways to use the Aloe vera plant and the various gels and extracts that can be made from it. Researchers are continuing to discover new ways to put this natural superpower to use. The next time you are looking for an effective remedy or just a new houseplant, consider Aloe vera.
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The juice made from the Agave plant contains estrogen-like isoflavonoid, alkaloids, coumarin and vitamins B1, B2, C, D and K, and provitamin A.
Agave americana has antiseptic, wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties, which explain its uses externally as a medicinal herb to treat burns, bruises, minor cuts, injuries and skin irritation caused by insect bites. In Central America the juice from the Agave plant has, for a long time, been used as a treatment for wounds. The Aztecs and Mayans used Agave juice and egg whites to make a poultice that was then laid on wounds to speed healing.
Traditionally, it was used internally to treat ulcers, stomach inflammation, tuberculosis, jaundice and other liver diseases, syphilis and menstrual problems. Additionally it is used as a treatment for high fever by inducing sweat. A poultice made from the root and the leaves is often used to treat toothache.
Agave americana was used as an herbal remedy for weak digestion, intestinal gas and constipation. The juice has antibacterial properties and can be used internally to control the growth of decay bacteria in the stomach and intestines. Although Agave seems like a laxative, the herb can also be used as a treatment for diarrhea and dysentery. This medicinal herb is the source for hecogenin, a compound used in the production of many steroidal drugs. Agave is also a food source. The flower stalks and the base leafs of Agave americana can be roasted and consumed. A sweet juice which is tapped from the flower stalks, can be drunk or used to make an alcoholic beverage such as pulque. Other Agave species are also used to make traditional alcoholic drinks such as mescal and tequila, which is made from Agave angustifolia and Agave salmiana. The leaves from both Agave americana and the Sisal Agave (Agave sisalana) are used to make woven mats and also to make paper. The sharp thorns at the tip of the leaves of Agave americana also serve as needles and nails.
An extract of the leaves or the roots is used to make soap. The plant contains saponins, which can form a lather in water that’s sometimes effective for cleaning. The leaves or roots are cut into small pieces and then simmered in water to extract the saponins.
Possible Side Effects and Interactions Pregnant women should not use Agave americana internally. Large quantities of the herb can irritate the digestive system and even cause liver damage. The plant can trigger allergic reaction in some people and cause irritation and rashes. Caution is advised when the herb is collected and handled due to the sharp blades at the tip of the leaves.
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The Agave lechuguilla (Lechuguilla) is the smallest Agave growing in the Trans-Pecos area of the Chihuahuan Desert. Its leaves are usually less than an inch wide and the plant ranges from 12 to 18 inches in height. Though sometimes listed as an indicator species of the Chihuahuan, that is not strictly the case, as this plant can also be found in the Sonoran and Coahuilan deserts as well. It is the dominant plant species on over 38,000 square miles of calcareous soils that are of little use for anything else.
Lechuguilla frequently grows in almost impenetrable thickets, and its stiff, inwardly curved spines are capable of piercing skin, leather, and even off-road vehicle tires. If you’ve ever stepped in one you understand first-hand how the curvature of the spine helps it dig deep into your calf; how its backwardly aimed side spines make it difficult to get free, and how its deep puncture wounds hurt like the dickens and can take months to heal. These spines can cripple a horse and severely injure any human who happens to fall upon it. If there is one plant in the Chihuahuan desert to avoid, this is it.
But Lechuguilla is not all bad. Like its other Agave brethren, it stays green year round. When it’s old enough it sends up a flower stalk that rises 10 to 15 feet; it is covered with lovely wine and yellow colored flowers. Since the flowering stalk is so tall, you may spend quite a bit of time visiting the Chihuahuan Desert without seeing the small flowers which create this display. Lechuguilla, as much as any other plant in the Trans Pecos, gives our area the look that tells us this is home. When it is in bloom Lechuguilla hosts countless pollinating insects, including the Cohuila Giant Skipper that is entirely dependent on this plant. After flowering, the remaining stalk is one of the few viable alternatives to wood to be found in the Chihuahuan desert.
Lechuguilla has been used for food, drink, and fiber for over 10,000 years. The toxic juices have been used as an arrow poison, a fish stupefier, a medicine, and a soap. Aztecs made a powerful antibiotic from a mixture of Lechuguilla juice and salt and used it as a dressing for wounds and a balm for skin infections. The Mescalero Apaches baked the central stems in pits and then rolled out the pulp, dried it and stored it as a sort of sweat bread. They also fermented the pulp to make an alcoholic drink that is made today and sold in Mexico as “Clandestino”. The water stored in the leaves is rich in salts and minerals and is sold as a sports drink.
People have always valued lechuguilla for its fiber. Its leaves are so thick with fiber that it is difficult to see how the plant stores anything else inside. The fibers are long, tough, resilient, strong, and extremely durable. Native Americans fashioned lechuguilla fibers into sandals, baskets, nets, rugs, cordage and a wide range of other products. Lechuguilla sandals have been recovered from numerous rock shelters in the eastern Trans-Pecos.
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Romans used to plant it in front of the windows because they believed this plant was a love medicine. Others believed that this plant could protect them from witchcraft and thunder. For centuries, juice made from Houseleek has been used for skin and eye treatments.
What Is Houseleek? Most of us are familiar with Houseleek and surely many of us have seen it or, at least, heard some of the stories and legends surrounding this plant. Many different cultures and civilizations were familiar with this peculiar plant, thus various stories they produced seem to discover the popularity and necessity of Houseleek. The very first interesting thing that shed some light on this plant’s popularity stems from its various names. Houseleek or Sempervivum is in fact a genus of about 40 plants in the family Crassulaceae. The Latin name Sepmrevivum tells us a lot about the characteristic of this plant. The name is formed of two words: Semper that means “always” and Vivus that means “living”, indicating that this plant is perennial, and that can grow in very difficult conditions.
It is believed that if you plant Houseleek on the roofs of the houses, it can protect you from lightning strikes. For others, this plant is known as Live-Forever and Hen and Chicks or Hen and Chickens. Many names of the Gods are also associated with this plant. Thus, some people called it Thor’s Beard indicating the name of the Norse God of Thunder, Thor, and other Jupiter’s Beard. It is also known as Devil’s Beard, Jove’s Beard, St. George’s Beard, and Bullock’s Beard. The most interesting name is certainly Welcome-Home-Husband-Though-Never-so-Drunk, that shares with a plant Sedum acre. It is believed that its ancestors were subtropical plants. The origin of this genus is Mexico but it can grow almost everywhere: in Carpathians, the Alps, Balkan Mountains, Sahara deserts, because it can store water in the leaves.
The particular plant from this genus we are writing about is Semprevivum tectorum and this specie is the most popular one. This plant has small and thick leaves that form a rosette. It can grow up to 15 centimeters tall, and 50 centimeters broad, with beautiful red flowers that bears in summer. This plant is resistant to drought and high temperatures and today is famous garden plant. Health Benefits of Houseleek Houseleek has been used in folk medicine due to its anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and astringent properties. Modern medicine confirmed that Houseleek has important acids (citric, malic, malonic, isocitric, free amino acid, and phenol carbonic acid), flavanoids and carbohydrates. This plant has two major benefits; it is on the first place famous for its skin treatment, in particular burns, and for the treatment of the earache, and ear pain in general (otalgia). Moreover, the juice made from Houseleek leaves is also very famous immune system remedy.
Skin Treatment The effects on the skin that Houseleek has are very similar to those of Aloe plant. Moreover, it is considered one of the safest natural remedies for skin infections and different conditions. In addition, Houseleek is a very popular skin remedy because it almost has no side effect, and those that might occur depend on other conditions. Skin healing can differ; one can use juicy fluid from the leaves, cremes, or tinctures. Until know, Houseleek has been very lucrative in treating burns, sun burns, insect bites, and frostbites. Moreover, one can treat redness, swelling, scratches, abrasions, and other inflammatory diseases.
Ear Treatment For years, even known to ancient civilization, Houseleek has been used to treat otitis, and hearing loss and damages. Ear pain can be caused by excessive accumulation of earwax and its huge buildups. Although cerumen protects ear canal in general, as well as from bacteria, fungi and water, and assist in lubrication, impacted cerumen can press against the eardrum, threaten the external auditory canal, and cause conductive hearing loss. The juice of Houseleek leaves can dissolve cerumen thus ease the pain in general. The best treatment is quite simple; just squeeze some drops of the juice in the ear. If the pain is severe, one can soak a cotton wool in the juice, place it in the opening of the ear, and leave it for several hours.
Houseleek Juice Benefits The science confirmed that Houseleek is rich with polysaccharides and other antibacterial ingredients that are very efficient in protecting the immune system. Similar to Aloe plant, freshly squeezed juice from the leaves is used to treat nervous system, especially nervous derangement, various unrealistic fears, and falling sickness. The juice is also a remedy that can remove warts, treat open wounds and sunspots. Moreover, it can help relieve the pain from insects’ bites. When mixed with honey, the juice is used to treat soreness, ulcerated conditions of the mouth and bronchitis, while the mixture with honey and hot water can bring down the temperature or a fever.
Benefits of Houseleek Tea There is a difference in usage between Houseleek juice and tea. Although both are very efficient and lucrative, tea is especially good for heavy periods, menstrual cramps, and ulcers. It is very easy to prepare a Houseleek tea; one should add 12 grams of dried leaves or 10 grams of fresh leaves into 4 liter of water and cook it for 15 minutes, then strain it and leave it to cool down. One should drink one cup of tea early in the morning on empty stomach. After that, take one tablespoon of tea every hour.
Daily Dosage and Side Effect Daily dosage of Houseleek depends on user’s age, health and other conditions. As for the side effects, some people can be allergic, but that is very rare. It is advised not to take Houseleek when breast-feeding or pregnant.
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Old movies and television programs have made Barrel Cactus famous. For years, popular media touted the Barrel Cactus as a provider of life-saving water for lost and thirsty travelers. The story was based on the cactus’ remarkably juicy interior that could be squeezed to release a distasteful fluid. A recent chemical evaluation of the liquid, however, indicates it is too alkaline to quench one’s thirst. In truth, a person would be worse off after drinking it. The Seri Indians of Mexico’s Sonoran Desert were aware of this fact and described how the liquid was not considered potable and caused headaches, diarrhea and pain in the extremities if consumed.
The California Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus cylindraceus) was introduced to the scientific community by German-born botanist George Engelmann in 1853. He characterized the species as having a cylindrical shape, vertical rows of curved spines and large yellow blossoms often forming a circular crown on top of a single, swollen stem. (Most plants have one stem though occasionally multi-stemmed individuals are found. The condition is thought to be a result of rodents or other mammals gnawing the less well-armed base of the plant.) Providing a cactus does not succumb to multiple-years of drought, depredations of woodrats searching for moist food, or being carried away by a flash flood, a Barrel Cactus can survive for nearly a century. Such old plants may reach ten feet in height and may finally die when toppled by strong winds.
In historic times, all products of the plant’s reproductive cycle were collected by Native Americans. In spring, Indian women collected buds and flowers. In summer ripened fruits were harvested. In both seasons reproductive parts were plucked from the top of cacti with sticks to avoid sharp spines. Buds, flowers and fruits were parboiled to remove bitterness. After cooking, harvested parts were either eaten immediately or sun dried and stored.
There are twenty-five species in the genus Ferocactus with the largest number occurring in Mexico. Only Ferocactus cylindraceus occurs in the deserts of California. A second species, Ferocactus viridescens (San Diego Barrel Cactus), is found on the coastal side of the mountains in Southern California’s San Diego County. Two additional species, Ferocactus wislizeni (Arizona Barrel Cactus) and Ferocactus covillei (Coville’s Barrel Cactus) also occur in the Sonoran Desert but only in Arizona and adjacent Mexico.
California Barrel Cacti are found on coarse-grained (well-drained) soils of hillsides, alluvial fans and bajadas in both the Sonoran and Mojave deserts of California. The species is particularly abundant on eastern slopes of the Peninsular Ranges and in the eastern Mojave Desert. Both locations are centered where summer rains are more likely than in other parts of the desert. The species has been discovered at elevations up to 5,000 feet on south-facing slopes.
In the Coachella Valley, the best places to view and photograph California Barrel Cacti include the Indian Canyons Tribal Park south of Palm Springs and Devil’s Garden about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) northwest of Highway 62 on Mission Creek Road. At the latter location, park at the concrete berm and walk directly west.
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