Opuntia ficus-indica |
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Indian Fig Prickly Pear |
This Opuntia is more tree-like than other types; it grows to15' tall. It usually has no spines but some glochids can be found. Flowers are yellow to orange in late spring and early summer. Fruit is edible. It does best in full sun and is frost sensitive. It needs well drained soil. The major pest and source of the red dye cochineal comes from a scale.
Plant Type
Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Width Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Orange, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Purple, Red, Yellow
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.