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PERESKIA ACULEATA
Barbados Gooseberry, Lemon Vine
A West Indian cactus shrub with a tendency to vine, it bears spines in pairs or
trios. The berry is small, yellow with a juicy, subacid pulp. The flavor is
pleasant and is used fresh or preserved. The leaves may be cooked as greens.
Propagated by seed or cutting.
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