Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster
Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster

Opuntia cochenillifera variegata is native to Mexico and is well known for its common name “Cochineal Nopal Cactus”. This plant's botanical name is ‘Sunburst’ and it grows up to 50 cm in height. Belonging to the Cactaceae family, this cactus does not occur naturally in the wild and grows in the nursery.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of the Nopal cactus is fast.

Flowering

These plants flower in late spring and early summer in the vibrant pink shade.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Opuntia Sunburst variegata does not require much water and fertilizer to grow. Fertilize only during the spring and summer seasons. Avoid fertilizing during the winters.

Soil

These cacti prefer a gritty, sharply draining mix of soil. Use a cactus soil mix with sand and fine pumice up to 50% to improve texture and drainage.

Hardiness

The hardiness of Opuntia Sunburst variegata is 5, with a frost tolerance of 32° F (0° C). 

Light

This variety of Opuntia needs Full sun to partial shade. At least five hours of direct sunlight is required to grow the Nopal cactus.

Propagation

It is easy to propagate this cactus by stem cuttings.

Opuntia Sunburst variegata is a beautiful plant from the Cactaceae family. If you are looking to grow a cactus in your garden, it is the best option to choose. 

Bloom Season

Late summer

Flower Color

Green and yelloworange

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

9b to 11b

Mature Size

913 'feet

Resistance

2°c

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)
Bloom Season Late summer
Botanical Name Opuntia cochenillifera
Common Name Cochineal nopal cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Green and yelloworange
Genus Opuntia
Growth Habit Flattenedpadded
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 913 'feet
Native Area South africa
Resistance 2°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.)
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Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Late summer
Botanical Name Opuntia cochenillifera
Common Name Cochineal nopal cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Green and yelloworange
Genus Opuntia
Growth Habit Flattenedpadded
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 913 'feet
Native Area South africa
Resistance 2°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.)

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Sunburst Prickly Pear - Opuntia cochenillifera variegata Cluster

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Opuntia cochenillifera variegata is native to Mexico and is well known for its common name “Cochineal Nopal Cactus”. This plant's botanical name is ‘Sunburst’ and it grows up to 50 cm in height. Belonging to the Cactaceae family, this cactus does not occur naturally in the wild and grows in the nursery.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of the Nopal cactus is fast.

Flowering

These plants flower in late spring and early summer in the vibrant pink shade.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Opuntia Sunburst variegata does not require much water and fertilizer to grow. Fertilize only during the spring and summer seasons. Avoid fertilizing during the winters.

Soil

These cacti prefer a gritty, sharply draining mix of soil. Use a cactus soil mix with sand and fine pumice up to 50% to improve texture and drainage.

Hardiness

The hardiness of Opuntia Sunburst variegata is 5, with a frost tolerance of 32° F (0° C). 

Light

This variety of Opuntia needs Full sun to partial shade. At least five hours of direct sunlight is required to grow the Nopal cactus.

Propagation

It is easy to propagate this cactus by stem cuttings.

Opuntia Sunburst variegata is a beautiful plant from the Cactaceae family. If you are looking to grow a cactus in your garden, it is the best option to choose. 

Bloom Season

Late summer

Flower Color

Green and yelloworange

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

9b to 11b

Mature Size

913 'feet

Resistance

2°c

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)
Bloom Season Late summer
Botanical Name Opuntia cochenillifera
Common Name Cochineal nopal cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Green and yelloworange
Genus Opuntia
Growth Habit Flattenedpadded
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 913 'feet
Native Area South africa
Resistance 2°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.)

Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Late summer
Botanical Name Opuntia cochenillifera
Common Name Cochineal nopal cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Green and yelloworange
Genus Opuntia
Growth Habit Flattenedpadded
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 913 'feet
Native Area South africa
Resistance 2°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.)

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