Cactus, Prickly Pear

Opuntia spinosissima

Basics

Plant Type :Interior Plant, Perennial, Succulent
Hardiness Range : Minimum :9
Maximum :11
Zone : 9,10,11

Height Range : Minimum :121.92
Maximum :304.8

Spread Range : Minimum :91.44
Maximum :304.8

Growth Range :Average growth rate

Shape : Spreading or horizontal, Upright or erect

Exposure (light) : Full sun
Persistnece : Broadleaf, Deciduous
Leaf Color : NA

Fall Color : NA

Bloom

Color : Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
Time : Early summer, Mid summer, Late summer

Fruit Color : Red
Attribute : Attractive flowers or blooms

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :High salt tolerance
Environment :Drought tolerant, Humidity intolerant
Soil Condition :Acidic, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Slightly alkaline, Well drained