Opuntia ficus indica Edible Nopales

Opuntia ficus Indica is commonly known as ‘Prickly Pear’ and belongs to the Cactaceae family. A native of Mexico, this cactus grows up to 15-20 ft. in height.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of Opuntia’s prickly pear is fast.

Flowering

The flowering of the Prickly pear cactus takes place during late spring or early summer. The flowers bloom in stunning red color.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Avoid overwatering as it will lead to damaging the plant. Water periodically.

Soil

Opuntia ficus indica needs well-drained soil.

Hardiness

​This wonderful desert plant belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a to 11 and has a frost tolerance of 0° C (32° F).

Light

This variety of Opuntia needs full sunlight to thrive.

How to propagate Prickly pear cactus?

This plant is propagated through seeds or cuttings.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com, and cactus-art.biz