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Rose Cactus

Pereskia grandiflora violacea

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33.1468, -117.009

Field Notes

Description:

This is actually a cactus and is one of a few that's leaves are not succulent. Its leaves are thin, purple and green and edible. The flowers and thorns are purple.

Habitat:

Full sun with regular watering at a business.

Reference Links:

Pereskia grandifolia

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Spotted for Missions

Blue & Purple Holland (482km radius)
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Flowers of North America
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Southern California Wildlife
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Flowering Cacti and Succulents of California

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PublishedOctober 21, 2011

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