cochineal cactus

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a treelike cactus, Nopalea cochenillifera, of Mexico and Central America, that is a principal source of food of the cochineal insect.

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It all sounds a bit dramatic, but that cactus feels like something special.
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The cactus is very common all over the Island, and miles of it are seen growing in the hedges.
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We stood mute and motionless behind the cactus, discreetly, or indiscreetly, watching her.
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