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A single Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad with small spines in a pot of pale gravel, set outdoors against a soft natural background.
A hand holds an Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus pad with visible roots on a white background, ideal for planting.
Opuntia ficus indica edible Nopales cactus pad with roots displayed on a white background, shown beside a yellow measuring tape.
A hand measures an Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus, also called Prickly Pear, to show its size and features.
A large, oval green Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad with bumps in a red pot of pebbles, set against a plain background.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus pad in a small pot with light gravel, set before a blurred backdrop of trees and sky.
A flat, oval Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad with small spines grows in a pot of light-colored gravel, foliage blurred behind.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus with fine spines in a red pot of pebbles, set against blurred greenery and cloudy sky.
The Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus plant grows healthily in a pot, showcasing vibrant green pads.
A flat, oval-shaped Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad stands upright in a gravel-filled pot outdoors with sunlight and plants behind.
A flat, oval Opuntia ficus indica Nopales cactus pad with small bumps and tiny spines sits in a gravel-filled pot outdoors.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales plant with one green pad and yellow flower bud, shown outdoors on gravel near plants and steps.
Close-up of a green Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus with a yellow flower in light gravel, blurred sandy background.
Yellow cactus flower blooming on a green Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales stem, set against a blurred sandy background.
Close-up of a yellow Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus flower with visible stamens, green stem, and blurred black pot in background.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus with smooth green pads and a yellow flower, potted in light gravel outdoors.
Opuntia ficus indica edible nopales cactus displaying a bright yellow flower, suitable for culinary or decorative use.
A green prickly pear cactus pad in a small black pot with gravel and a yellow flower, highlighted by sun against a sandy background.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus thriving in a pot, showcasing healthy green pads ideal for home gardening.
A single Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad with small spines in a pot of pale gravel, set outdoors against a soft natural background.
A hand holds an Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus pad with visible roots on a white background, ideal for planting.
Opuntia ficus indica edible Nopales cactus pad with roots displayed on a white background, shown beside a yellow measuring tape.
A hand measures an Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus, also called Prickly Pear, to show its size and features.
A large, oval green Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad with bumps in a red pot of pebbles, set against a plain background.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus pad in a small pot with light gravel, set before a blurred backdrop of trees and sky.
A flat, oval Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad with small spines grows in a pot of light-colored gravel, foliage blurred behind.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus with fine spines in a red pot of pebbles, set against blurred greenery and cloudy sky.
The Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus plant grows healthily in a pot, showcasing vibrant green pads.
A flat, oval-shaped Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales pad stands upright in a gravel-filled pot outdoors with sunlight and plants behind.
A flat, oval Opuntia ficus indica Nopales cactus pad with small bumps and tiny spines sits in a gravel-filled pot outdoors.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales plant with one green pad and yellow flower bud, shown outdoors on gravel near plants and steps.
Close-up of a green Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus with a yellow flower in light gravel, blurred sandy background.
Yellow cactus flower blooming on a green Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales stem, set against a blurred sandy background.
Close-up of a yellow Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus flower with visible stamens, green stem, and blurred black pot in background.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus with smooth green pads and a yellow flower, potted in light gravel outdoors.
Opuntia ficus indica edible nopales cactus displaying a bright yellow flower, suitable for culinary or decorative use.
A green prickly pear cactus pad in a small black pot with gravel and a yellow flower, highlighted by sun against a sandy background.
Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales cactus thriving in a pot, showcasing healthy green pads ideal for home gardening.

Opuntia ficus Indica is commonly known as ‘Prickly Pear’ and belongs to the Cactaceae family. A native of Mexico, this cactus grows up to 15-20 ft. in height.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of Opuntia’s prickly pear is fast.

Flowering

The flowering of the Prickly pear cactus takes place during late spring or early summer. The flowers bloom in stunning red color.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Avoid overwatering as it will lead to damaging the plant. Water periodically.

Soil

Opuntia ficus indica needs well-drained soil.

Hardiness

​This wonderful desert plant belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a to 11 and has a frost tolerance of 0° C (32° F).

Light

This variety of Opuntia needs full sunlight to thrive.

How to propagate Prickly pear cactus?

This plant is propagated through seeds or cuttings.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com, and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season

Spring--late summer

Flower Color

Yellow--orange--red

Growth Rate

Moderate

Hardiness Zone

8--9--10--11--12

Mature Size

16 ft. tall

Plant Type

Perennial cactus

Resistance

Extremely drought-tolerant--heat tolerant--pest resistance--mild frost tolerant

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low
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Opuntia ficus Indica is commonly known as ‘Prickly Pear’ and belongs to the Cactaceae family. A native of Mexico, this cactus grows up to 15-20 ft. in height.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of Opuntia’s prickly pear is fast.

Flowering

The flowering of the Prickly pear cactus takes place during late spring or early summer. The flowers bloom in stunning red color.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Avoid overwatering as it will lead to damaging the plant. Water periodically.

Soil

Opuntia ficus indica needs well-drained soil.

Hardiness

​This wonderful desert plant belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a to 11 and has a frost tolerance of 0° C (32° F).

Light

This variety of Opuntia needs full sunlight to thrive.

How to propagate Prickly pear cactus?

This plant is propagated through seeds or cuttings.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com, and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season

Spring--late summer

Flower Color

Yellow--orange--red

Growth Rate

Moderate

Hardiness Zone

8--9--10--11--12

Mature Size

16 ft. tall

Plant Type

Perennial cactus

Resistance

Extremely drought-tolerant--heat tolerant--pest resistance--mild frost tolerant

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low
Attribute Value
Bloom Season Spring, late summer
Botanical Name Opuntia Ficus Indica
Common Name Barbary fig, Indian fig opuntia, sweet prickly pear, smooth mountain prickly pear, tuna cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Yellow, orange, red
Genus Opuntia
Growth Habit Branching tree
Growth Rate Moderate
Hardiness Zone 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Mature Size 16 ft. tall
Native Area Mexico
Plant Type Perennial cactus
Propagation By stem cuttings, seeds, divisions
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance, mild frost tolerant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type specialized cactus potting soil
Special Features Easy to maintain
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for Humans, Friendly to dogs, Friendly to cats
Watering Needs Low

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