Opuntia microdasys albata
Opuntia microdasys albata is a freely clustering succulent with miniature pads, it forms a very dense shrub that s 1.5 M across. When it blooms, it generates yellow flowers that are 3-5 cm in diameter and well as its red fruits.
Recommended temperature zone: Sunset: 11-24, USDA: 9-10
Frost tolerance: 20°F (-7°C)
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: Mexico
Growth habits: Succulent to 3 feet high (90 cm), 6 feet across (1.8 m)
Watering needs: Little or no water once established
Propagation: Cuttings
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Opuntia microdasys albata |
| Common Name | Polka dot cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Opuntia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9a to 11b |
| Mature Size | 12 18in |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 7° C |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Opuntia microdasys albata |
| Common Name | Polka dot cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Opuntia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9a to 11b |
| Mature Size | 12 18in |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 7° C |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.) |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Opuntia microdasys albata
Opuntia microdasys albata is a freely clustering succulent with miniature pads, it forms a very dense shrub that s 1.5 M across. When it blooms, it generates yellow flowers that are 3-5 cm in diameter and well as its red fruits.
Recommended temperature zone: Sunset: 11-24, USDA: 9-10
Frost tolerance: 20°F (-7°C)
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: Mexico
Growth habits: Succulent to 3 feet high (90 cm), 6 feet across (1.8 m)
Watering needs: Little or no water once established
Propagation: Cuttings
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Opuntia microdasys albata |
| Common Name | Polka dot cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Opuntia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9a to 11b |
| Mature Size | 12 18in |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 7° C |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Opuntia microdasys albata |
| Common Name | Polka dot cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Opuntia |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9a to 11b |
| Mature Size | 12 18in |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 7° C |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.) |