Opuntia phaeacantha (Brown Spine Prickleypear)
Botanical Information
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Opuntia |
| Species | phaeacantha |
| Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Southwestern United States of America and northern Mexico. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 2.5 m |
| Spread | 2.5 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | April, May, June, July |
Description and Growing Information
| Cultivation | Sandy or rocky soils with little watering needed. Despite being in desert areas this plant enjoys part shade. |
| Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America. |
| Habitat | Sandy or rocky hills, flats, valleys and canyons. |
| Flower Description | The flowers are 5 cm, usually bright yellow with reddish centres featured at the edge of the pads |
| Fruit Description | Fruit is purple and 5 - 7.5 cm long. |
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