Brown-spined Pricklypear
NameBrown-spined Pricklypear
Species NameOpuntia phaeacantha
Common NameBrown-spined Pricklypear
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container TypeN/A
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuressucculent pads, spines, areoles
Foliage Typesucculent pads
Height (cm)40
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesProminent white and brown spines, bright yellow flower, characteristic segmented succulent pads.
Description
This specimen features multiple green, succulent pads covered with prominent white and brown spines. A vibrant yellow flower is blooming on one of the pads, with several buds also visible, indicating active growth. The plant exhibits the characteristic spreading growth habit of a prickly pear.
