Is Cactus Good Edible? Exploring the Culinary World of Cacti
                                
                                
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                                For millennia, certain cactus species have served as a valuable food source in Mexico and throughout the Americas. While many perceive these desert plants solely as thorny ornaments, a number are highly nutritious and delicious when prepared correctly.