Opuntia canterae
Description: Opuntia canterae or elata is a fast growing more or less erect, much-branched shrubby succulent plant and in time can reach 3 meters height and spread, although 1-1.5 meters is more of the common size. The flower is a brilliant deep orange to yellow and appears from late spring throughout summer. The fruit is club-shaped and purple-red when ripe. The joints will occasionally exhibit white straight spines up to 3-4 cm long.
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| Blooming Season | Mid spring-early fall |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Gymnocalycium amerhauseri subs. Altagraciense |
| Dormancy | - |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower | Cream/tan |
| Frost Tolerance | -12°c |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11 |
| Height | Under 6 in. (15 Cm) |
| Origin | Argentina |
| Pot Size | Cutting |
| Scientific Name | Opuntia canterae elata Cutting |
| Shape | Flattened cactus |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to light shade |