Pocket BotanistGuide botanique
Prickly pear.
Opuntia ficus-indica
Prononciation oh-PUN-tee-uh FY-kus IN-dee-kuh
Aussi appelée 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.
En un coup d'œil
- Niveau d'entretien
- Facile
- Type de plante
- Succulent
- Lumière
- Full sun
- Lumière en intérieur
- Soleil direct
- Arrosage
- Tous les 14 à 30 jours
- Taille adulte
- 10 to 15 feet
- Croissance
- Moyenne
Entretien
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.
- Arrosage
- Water deeply during the growing season only after the soil has dried out entirely.
- Engrais
- Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the active growing season.
- Taille
- Remove damaged or overgrown pads using sterilized tools to maintain the desired shape.
- Rempotage
- Repot only when the plant becomes root bound or top heavy, using a heavy pot to prevent tipping.
- Sol
- Well draining cactus mix
- pH du sol
- 6.0 to 7.5
Sécurité
- Animaux
- This plant is non-toxic to cats and dogs, but its sharp spines can cause physical injury if touched.
Comment l'identifier
- Flat, fleshy, oval shaped pads
- Small, sharp spines on pads
- Bright yellow or orange flowers
- Edible, colorful, pear shaped fruit
Science
- Famille
- Cactaceae
- Genre
- Opuntia
- Ordre
- Caryophyllales
- Classe
- Magnoliopsida
Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.
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