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English: Dick Culbert: Opuntia species often host a parasitic scale insect (Dactylopius coccus), which hides below a white scum. When smeared, these bugs yield a carmine dye called Cochineal. This is a product in great demand as coloring for lipsticks, meat and other foods. Using this, one can claim "no artificial dyes". Customers are ignorant of the 'Yuk Factor'.
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Source http://www.dixpix.ca/meso_america/Flora/cacti/index.html
Author Dick Culbert

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