Opuntia ficus-indica
Prickly pear cactus
Common names: Indian fig cactus, cactus fig
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Description
The prickly pear cactus forms flat, oval pads and bears sweet, red‑orange fruits in late summer.
Care instructions
Plant in a lean, highly porous cactus mix and place in full sun. Water moderately from May to August, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings; reduce watering from September onward. Overwinter in a bright, dry spot at temperatures just above freezing. Harvest ripe fruits in September and October, wearing gloves to protect against fine spines.
Soil & site
Soil pH
Soil type
sandy, well-drained, lean, dry
Feeding
Light feeder
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