On my way home from teaching a wild edible class this week, I noticed an unusual plantin full bloom. I have been a fan of this plant since I lived in Florida. Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus or Opuntia ...

In this edition of ID That Tree, Purdue Extension Forester Lenny Farlee showcases the unique features of prickly ash. The northeast member of the Citrus family (not the Ash family!) is a shrub with ...

First, the fruit must be cut from the tree wearing very thick gloves, to prevent the spines getting stuck in your hands. Next, you soak the prickly pears in the sink or a bucket of water for a ...

Prickly pear cactus grows in hot, sunny climates, like the southwest U.S. and Mexico. It is considered a healthy part of the Mexican diet. People eat the fruit of the prickly pear cactus.

8 prickly pears. 1/2 cup fresh lime juice. 1/2 cup water. 1/3 cup light agave nectar. 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Ice and lime wheels, for serving ...

"The cochineal insect affects the prickly pear tree. As you can see, the trees are dying, and consequently, we are losing the essence of things, which is the cultivation of prickly pears," he said.