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Prickly pear.
Opuntia ficus-indica
Pronunciación oh-PUN-tee-uh FY-kus IN-dee-kuh
También se conoce como Barbary fig, Barbary-fig, Barberry Fig, Cochineal Fig, Common Prickly Pear, English Prickly-Pear, Indian fig opuntia, Indian-Fig
The prickly pear is a hardy cactus known for its flat, paddle shaped stems and vibrant fruit. It thrives in hot, sunny spots and adds a unique desert feel to any collection. You will love how easy it is to keep this plant happy with just a bit of sunshine and minimal water.
De un vistazo
- Nivel de cuidados
- Fácil
- Tipo de planta
- Succulent
- Luz
- Full sun
- Luz en interior
- Sol directo
- Riego
- Cada 14 a 30 días
- Tamaño adulto
- 10 to 15 feet
- Ritmo de crecimiento
- Medio
Cuidados
Place your cactus in a spot with plenty of direct sunlight to prevent it from becoming leggy. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to avoid root rot. Watch for shriveling pads as a sign that your plant needs a drink.
- Riego
- Water deeply during the growing season only after the soil has dried out entirely.
- Abonado
- Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the active growing season.
- Poda
- Remove damaged or overgrown pads using sterilized tools to maintain the desired shape.
- Trasplante
- Repot only when the plant becomes root bound or top heavy, using a heavy pot to prevent tipping.
- Suelo
- Well draining cactus mix
- pH del suelo
- 6.0 to 7.5
Seguridad
- Mascotas
- This plant is non-toxic to cats and dogs, but its sharp spines can cause physical injury if touched.
Cómo identificarla
- Flat, fleshy, oval shaped pads
- Small, sharp spines on pads
- Bright yellow or orange flowers
- Edible, colorful, pear shaped fruit
Ciencia
- Familia
- Cactaceae
- Género
- Opuntia
- Orden
- Caryophyllales
- Clase
- Magnoliopsida
Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.
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