Myrtillocactus cochal
Myrtillocactus is a small genus of Mexican columnar cacti with a menorah-like branching habit. The plant pictured was given to the garden with the name Myrtillocactus schenckii, but it appears to be M. cochal instead - the species found in Baja California. The flowers in Myrtillocactus are small, but produced in large numbers and with a delightful fragrance. The small round fruits have a raisin-like taste and are referred to as "garambullo" in Mexico.
-Brian

















