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Every pad of the
Optunia microdasys albispina or Bunny Ears Prickly Pear cactus plant has
many bristles |
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Opuntia microdasys albispina
(Bunny Ears Prickly Pear) |
Origin: Mexico
Family: Cactaceae
Light:
Full sun. sun-part shade
Height: 4'-6'
Spread: 1'-6'
Blooms: Pale yellow flowers in spring
Foliage: Green, 6" velvety succulent pads
Soil: Drought tolerant
Propagation: Woody stem cuttings
Caution: Bristles on pads, wear gloves
Comments: Optunia microdasys albispina or Bunny Ears Prickly Pear is an
interesting cactus plant that is very easy to grow. The new pads
grow on top of old
pads which makes it look like bunny's ears, hence that's how Bunny Ears
Prickly Pear got its name.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
