Use and benefits of san pedro cactus
In Peru, several species of cactus have been part of the resources used
by the ancient Peruvians since pre-Columbian times. The first settlers of the
coast used for the production of household utensils such as needles, pins,
hooks and combs (especially with the thorns of the species Neoraimondia
arequipensis)Cactus has been consumed since those times. Moreover, a constant in the many
art expressions of pre-Inca cultures is linked to magical-religious purposes of
a columnar cactus known as "achuma" or "San Pedro"
(Echinopsis pachanoi), which was the central axis of these ancient practices.Nowadays, the most popular uses are ornamental plants of various
species, among the most important are the globular cactus genres such as Matucana,
Oroya, pygmaeocereus and Echinopsis, and some of them are offered in various
online gardening plant stores. Another important use is the alimentary. The
fruit of several cactus species are edible and are part of the diet of many
Peruvian villagers.
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