Opuntia tomentosa (Tree Pear) - Image 1

Botanical name: Opuntia tomentosa

Common names: Tree Pear, Velvet Opuntia

Family: Cactaceae

Origin: Mexico

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunDry conditionsModerate waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
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Opuntia tomentosa (Tree Pear) green plant leaves close up showing fuzzy texture and small spines.
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