Common Pricklypear (Opuntia monacantha)
Opuntia monacantha, commonly known as Pricklypear, is a succulent with flattened, paddle-shaped segments, yellow flowers, and red fruits.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix, or a sandy loam.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter.
Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix, or a sandy loam.
Prefers warm temperatures.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed during the growing season.
Use diluted balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
1-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Type
Cladodes
Flower Size
5-7 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
80000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyCactaceae
- genusOpuntia
- speciesOpuntia monacantha
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No