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 |
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Botanical Name | Opuntia microdasys albata |
Common Name | Polka dot cactus |
Dormancy | Winter |
Family | Cactaceae |
Flower Color | Yellow |
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 |
- 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 |
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 |