Escontria is a genus of cactus. The only species is Escontria chiotilla, the chiotilla or jiotilla. The species originates from Mexico (Guerrero, Michoacán, Oaxaca, southern Puebla). This is a tree-like cactus, up to 7 metres tall. It has 7 or 8 acute ribs, and very close or confluent areoles. It bears dark red fruit comparable in appearance and texture to Pitaya, but smaller (3,5 cm). References Escontria On-line Guide to the positive identification of Members of the Cactus Family: Escontria Echinocereeae Cacti of Mexico Endemic flora of Mexico Flora of Guerrero Flora of Michoacán Flora of Oaxaca Flora of Puebla Cactoideae genera Monotypic Caryophyllales genera