Tunilla soehrensii

Tunilla soehrensii (Britton & Rose) D.R.Hunt & J.Iliff is a dye plant used traditionally in Peru as an edible colorant for food, drinks, medicines.

It has been cultivated in Arequipa region, according to Britton and Rose (1919).

Colors
It yields a clear violet colour.

Parts used
You must use the seeds to dye.

Recipes
Mix the same amount of seeds and cold water, then dip a cloth and get a light violet.

Synonyms
Opuntia soehrensii