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Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig

Opuntia Ficus-Indica

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Overview

Opuntia ficus-indica, commonly known as the Mission cactus or Indian Fig, is a large shrubby cactus reaching up to 15-20 feet tall. It features distinctive segmented, flat, green pads which are actually modified branches or stems and can grow up to 18 inches long. Bright yellow flowers bloom in spring, turning into edible reddish-purple fruits. This drought-tolerant plant requires well-drained soil and full sun, ideal for xeriscaped landscapes.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — commonly known as the Mission cactus or Indian Fig

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — which later develop into edible; is a robust and versatile species well-suited for arid, image 98
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — typically yellow or orange; commonly known as the Mission cactus or Indian Fig, image 97
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — minimal effort is required once established; is a large shrubby cactus reaching up to, image 101
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — bear in mind that this cactus thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil to, image 100
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — purple fruits prized for their sweet flavor.<br><br>When designing; the pads exhibit a, image 99
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — providing habitat and nourishment to native wildlife; typically yellow or orange, image 103
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — infrequent watering complies with its drought-tolerant nature; this cactus reaches, image 102

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