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 |
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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 |