It is an extremely particular plant, which at first glance could look like a succulent but, it actually belongs to the family of Cactaceae. Formed by woody branches, thin and thorny that in nature reach even 10 metres, it tends to assume climbing character. In absence of physical support, it creeps on the ground, covering ample spaces with its ovate leaves of a bright and lively green. At the base of the foliage there are usually some thorns hooked when the plant is young, which, with the growth, become straight and robust, so much characteristic to confer the name to the species. The real highlight of P. aculeata are the large and fragrant flowers that bloom in summer, with tonalities like white or yellow, followed by nice orange and lively berries, considered even edible!