“Opuntia dillenii” – An Interesting and Promising Cactaceae Taxon

摘要: The origin, distribution, and taxonomy of Opuntia dillenii are reported the various investigations reviewed, which have been carried out with this cactus during last 25 years. Biological chemical characterization revealed properties typical succulent plants betalains as most noticeable constituents accompanied by flavonoids, other phenolics, ascorbic acid, certain minerals significant compounds. Although practically not cultivated, O. has used in several directions despite its stout spines on old cladodes. fruits consumed or provide colouring. Generative vegetative parts had a lasting position folk medicine their effects could partly be proved scientific experiments. In face valuable characteristics, is recommended promising candidate programmes directed to development species into crop plants.