Mexican cactus is a term used to describe four different species of cacti native to Mexico. Nopal, with five letters, is a type of cactus that is commonly used in Mexican cuisine and is known for its edible pads. PEYOTE, with six letters, is a small, spineless cactus that contains psychoactive alkaloids and has been used by Native Americans for centuries in religious ceremonies. MAGUEY, also with six letters, is a large, spineless cactus that is used to make a traditional Mexican alcoholic beverage called pulque. Lastly, MESCAL, also with six letters, is a type of agave plant that is used to make a distilled spirit of the same name.