Opuntia ficus-indica

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

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 Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.