Ellisiana Spineless Prickly Pear
Opuntia Cacanapa 'Ellisiana'
Overview
Opuntia cacanapa 'Ellisiana', or Ellisiana Spineless Prickly Pear, is a hardy cactus perfect for xeriscaping. This cultivar, reaching up to 3-4 feet tall and wide, boasts paddle-shaped, blue-green pads, and yields bright yellow flowers in late spring. It's nearly thornless, making it user-friendly for residential areas. Thriving in USDA zones 8-11, it prefers full sun and well-draining soil, requiring minimal water once established.
Sun FullWater LowZones 9–10Type CactusClimate Arid
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Cactus
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Climate
- Arid
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