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Opuntia robusta
Prickly Pear Cactus
| The edible prickly pear and the infamous cholla are two distinct members of this diverse group of desert plants. They represent, respectively, the two halves of this genus -- plants with flat, broad joints, and those with cylindrical ones. Regardless, all Opuntias have many-petaled, showy flowers in yellow, white, orange, purple or red, and edible fruits. Need full sun and excellent drainage. Watch out for tufts of small bristles that dot the leaves. |
An excellent barrier cactus with dramatic effects, it is tall and has large, round bluish-green stem segments up to 1 foot long, each with deadly spines up to 2 inches long. Some varieties available with shorter and fewer spines.
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Attributes - Opuntia robusta
Plant Type: Succulent
Bloom Season: Mid Spring through Early Summer
Flower Color: Yellow
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 12 ft. to 18 ft.
Width: 8 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun
Climate: Zones 9, 10
Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates. Container Plants, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers.
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Related Plants
Opuntia basilaris, Opuntia bigelovii, Opuntia echinocarpa, Opuntia ficus-indica, Opuntia fulgida, Opuntia littoralis littoralis, Opuntia littoralis vaseyi, Opuntia macrocentra, Opuntia microdasys, Opuntia phaeacantha, Opuntia spinosior, Opuntia tunicata, Opuntia vulgaris variegata
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