Arborescent Pricklypear (Opuntia leucotricha)
Opuntia leucotricha, the Arborescent Pricklypear, is a tree-like cactus from Mexico, recognized for its branching form and abundant white spines.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix. Avoid heavy, water-retentive soils.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun.
Can tolerate partial shade.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter.
Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix. Avoid heavy, water-retentive soils.
Prefers warm temperatures.
Tolerates cooler temperatures in dormancy.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed during growing season.
Use diluted balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-5 m
Spread
1-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Cladodes
Flower Size
5-7 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
80000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyCactaceae
- genusOpuntia
- speciesOpuntia leucotricha
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No