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Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus

Opuntia Basilaris

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Overview

The Beavertail Prickly Pear (Opuntia basilaris) is a charming, low-growing cactus, native to the Southwest. Notable for its distinct, flat, paddle-shaped pads resembling beaver tails, this plant typically reaches 6-12 inches in height with a 2-3 feet spread. Springtime blooms display vibrant pink flowers, adding a pop of color. Prefers full sun, minimal water, and well-draining soil, it's excellent for drought-tolerant landscapes and rock gardens.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 7–11Type CactusClimate Arid, Subtropical
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — and its carefree maintenance requirements will assure them of its suitability for their garden

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus
Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Photos (125)

Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — the plant produces reddish; the Beavertail Prickly Pear (Opuntia basilaris) is a charming, image 97
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — With a minimal water requirement; paddle-shaped pads resembling beaver tails, image 74
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — Informing clients of the Beavertail's low-growing habit; the plant produces reddish
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — Native to the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico; cactus with pink and red, image 89
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — this plant typically reaches 6-12 inches in height with a 2-3 feet spread; adding further, image 84
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — spiny fruits that persist on the cactus; native to the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — it exemplifies water-efficient gardening and is an excellent choice for xeriscaping
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — is a captivating species and a quintessential element for any drought-tolerant landscape
Beavertail Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia Basilaris) — These bluish-green paddles are dotted with small barbed bristles
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
Opuntia Basilaris
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