Florida Pricklypear
NameFlorida Pricklypear
Species NameOpuntia humifusa
Common NameFlorida Pricklypear
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)5
Container Typenatural ground
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuressegmented pads, spines, areoles
Foliage Typesucculent pads with spines
Height (cm)30
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesBright yellow, showy flowers and characteristic flattened, spiny green pads.
Description
This specimen of Florida Pricklypear cactus displays vibrant yellow blossoms against its characteristic green, segmented pads. The plant is adorned with small spines, typical of the Opuntia genus, and shows multiple flowers in various stages of bloom. It appears to be growing in its natural habitat.
