Prairie Pricklypear
NamePrairie Pricklypear
Species NameOpuntia humifusa
Common NamePrairie Pricklypear
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)5
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresflat pads, succulent, spiny
Foliage TypeCactus pads
Height (cm)20
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant yellow flowers, characteristic flat succulent pads, native North American cactus.
Description
This specimen is a Prairie Pricklypear cactus, characterized by its flat, green, succulent pads covered with small spines and glochids. It is currently displaying two vibrant yellow flowers, each with a dense cluster of yellow stamens. The plant is growing naturally in a wild setting amidst leaf litter.
