Description: 10 Xoconostle (Opuntia matudae) Sour Prickly Pear Cactus Nopal FRESH, Organic. Xoconostle (Opuntia matudae) are the sour fruit from a particular variety of cactus. Unlike sweet prickly pears (or tunas, as they're called in Mexico), xoconostle (show-ko-nost-lay) are naturally sour. They are most famously used in a dish called mole de olla, adding flavor and tartness to a rich, beef and even to make margarita drinks. Among all the cacti, the Xoconostle stands out because besides being an indispensable ingredient in Mexican cuisine, it can serve as food for the poor communities of Africa, as it has always been for the people of the central valleys of Anahuac. The xoconostle is a fruit similar to cactus, but with an acid taste, with great nutritional properties. It is rich in antioxidants and fiber, so it strengthens the immune system. The peel of a single xoconostle provides one-third of the minimum daily requirement of vitamin C. Xoconostle cactus fruit is rich in fiber, vitamin C and calcium, as well asphytonutrients like betalains that offer anti-oxidant benefits. Xoconostle cactus fruit along with red beets, are one of the few sources of the pigment betalain (or betacyanin) which has both anti-oxidant and anti-microbial properties. FREE shipping, NO Tracking. If you require tracking number, please be advised that USPS first class fees/charges $3.74 to provide a tracking number. Please include tracking postal service fee at check or feel free to contact us for any inquiries. Please assure your address is correct. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE YOUR SEEDS within 10 days, please send us a message. *PLANT USES DISCLAIMER* Any information in this listing is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. You should not use the information provided here for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease or prescribing any medication or other treatment. *SEEDS DISCLAIMER* Most specialty seeds we offer are NOT fast to germinate. Many take several weeks, months, and some even up towards a year depending on dormancy, region, season etc. It is important that the buyer understands that seeds are perishable products and seed germination can be adversely affected by such factors as mold/fungus, bugs, temperature, moisture content, light intensity, dormancy, care, contamination of planting media among many other reasons. Germination recommendations are sent with each order and the buyer is free to research and use their own methods. Floating seeds do not always indicate that the seed is not viable. Many times, it is a misconception because the seed does not have the density to sink in water. Accordingly, The Plant Attraction does not guarantee seeds to perform properly regardless of conditions or buyer's methods or soil/water/lighting.
Price: 3.54 USD
Location: Houston, Texas
End Time: 2024-01-28T14:58:20.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Unbranded
Soil pH: Acidic
Type: Cacti & Succulent Seeds
Common Name: Prickly Pear
Genus: Opuntia
