Red Bunny Cactus, Opuntia microdasys – Cactus Plant – RBC-448274

Description

Opuntia microdasys has no spines.Opuntia microdasys, also known as the bunny ear cactus.

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Red Bunny Cactus, Opuntia microdasys – Cactus Plant

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3 inch (8 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)

Opuntia microdasys is a species of cactus native and endemic to central and northern Mexico. This plant has the appearance of a shrub, and spreads out to cover between 2-5 feet of ground as a mature plant. This cacti has no central stem or leaves. Flowers will always sprout from the terminal ends of segment pads. These are a creamy yellow in color, and fade to peach once fertilized. Flowers will turn into 2 inch long fruits varying from purple to red in color.Plant Specifications

Plant Height
4 inch (10 cm)

Plant Spread
3 inch (8 cm)

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%

Common Name
Bunny Ear Cactus,Angels Wings, Bunny Ear Prickly Pear.

Maximum Reachable Height
2 to 5 feet

Flower Colour
Yellow

Bloom Time
Spring

Difficulty Level
Easy to grow

Planting and careThe soil should be kept moist, but not soggy.Red Bunny Cactus carePrefers low humidity conditions. Starting in the late fall, this cactus should be kept between 10 to 18 degrees C.

Sunlight
Full sun, partial shade in winter

Watering
Moderate

Soil
Sandy well-drained

Temperature
21 to 37 degrees C

Fertilizer
Monthly feed low nitrogen fertilizer.

Red Bunny Cactus special featureLow maintenance, drought tolerantRed Bunny Cactus uses
Ornamental Use:
The plant is used for an ornamental purpose

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