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
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| 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 |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| 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 |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
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
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| 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 |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| 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 |
