Containers can help collect moisture that forms overnight.
That's why it's important to know, ahead of time, where the most likely water sources in a desert may be hiding.
Prickly pear Opuntia basilaris in bloom in spring in the desert in Joshua Tree National Park California.
Education Images/UIG via Getty ImagesThe University of Nevada, Reno, suggests wearing leather or rubber gloves and using tongs to harvest a prickly pear cactus.
In reality, you're probably not in a situation where you're going to go through all that work, so if you find a prickly pear just be extra careful while harvesting and peeling the skin.
Organizations:
Service, Phoenix, Getty, The, of Nevada, Independent
Locations:
Wall, Silicon, Joshua Tree, Park California, Reno