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Opuntia microdasys 'Monstrosa'

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Plant photo of: Opuntia microdasys 'Monstrosa'
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer:

 

Description

Evergreen cactus grows to 3' x 3'. Gray green pads are covered in velvety yellow polka dots of sharp yellow spines. This plant should be kept away from high traffic areas. Flowers are yellow and appear in spring. Accepts full sun. Frost tender at higher elevations. Native to Mexico.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.