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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 9–11Type Cactus, SucculentClimate Arid, Subtropical
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — orange flowers in the garden

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus, Succulent
Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — minimal effort is required once established; is a large shrubby cactus reaching up to 15-20 feet
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — Its incorporation within a garden landscape can introduce an exotic and sculptural, image 50
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — cactus / succulent with orange blooms; which later develop into edible
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — orange flowers in the garden; requiring sufficient space within your design layout for proper
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — providing habitat and nourishment to native wildlife
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — green pads which are actually modified branches or stems and can grow up to 18 inches, image 58
Mission Or Tree Cactus, Indian Fig (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — is a robust and versatile species well-suited for arid and semi-arid landscaping; cactus /
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