Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis (Brazilian Prickly Pear) - Image 5

Botanical names: Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis, Opuntia brasiliensis

Common name: Brazilian Prickly Pear

Family: Cactaceae

Origin: Central America, South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersThorny or spiny
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Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis (Brazilian Prickly Pear) with yellow flowers and green flat plant pads.
Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis (Brazilian Prickly Pear) showing many small yellow flowers and green cactus pads.
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