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The prickly pear cactus represented in the image above is a common sight in the desert around Tucson, Arizona, where Gum Technology's R&D laboratory and headquarters are located. The ripe cactus fruits are often harvested to create a delicious jelly. The smiling face is rumored to appear after the monsoon and winter rains.