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Bunny ear cactus has the scientific name Opuntia microdasys. The tree is shaped like a rabbit's ear.
Common names are Bunny ears, Bunny-ears Prickly-pear, Angel's Wings, Golden-Bristle.
Rabbit ear cactus is a popular type of cactus. Consists of green stems that form thick bushes. The tree is about 90cm high and 1.8m wide.
The body is oval or round, about 15cm long and 12.5cm wide. The tree has many thorns.
Flowers are yellow or red, usually blooming in the summer.
The fruit is round or ovoid, 5cm long, red to purple in color.
Distribution, ecology
The tree is native to northern and central Mexico. In addition, it is also found in the Middle East and the Indian continent, Europe and Australia.
Parts used
The edible parts are leaves, flowers, stems and fruits. In addition, it can also be made into fruit juice and jam.
Uses of rabbit ear cactus
Rabbit ear cactus plays a role in supporting weight control
Obesity is a global problem and needs to be managed early. Instead of using measures such as medication or surgery, diet is also a useful solution. Specifically, consume more fiber.
Rabbit ear cactus contains fiber to help you stay full longer and reduce hunger. At the same time, it helps eliminate fats in the diet by binding and eliminating them from the body. Therefore, the intestines do not have a chance to absorb fat in the diet, so it helps control weight and lose weight effectively.
Regulates cholesterol levels in the blood
The fiber content in the plant helps remove LDL cholesterol from the body. Studies show that the plant can reduce cholesterol in the blood and liver. Additionally, some phytosterols found in the plant can alter cholesterol metabolism in a positive way. Thanks to that, high blood cholesterol can be controlled.
Source of trace elements necessary for health
The essential micronutrients found in rabbit ear cactus are:
Vitamin C, vitamin B6, riboflavin, niacin.
Folate.
Iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium.
Regular use can provide micronutrients needed for the body's physiological and metabolic processes.
Prevent tumor progression
Flavonoid compounds in cacti reduce the risk of breast, prostate, stomach, pancreatic, ovarian, cervical and lung cancer. They are capable of inhibiting the growth of cancer cells in mouse models. These compounds also have the ability to scavenge free radicals and improve antioxidant enzyme activity. From there, it helps prevent cancer progression.
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