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Opuntia cochenillifera (Cochineal Cactus) with pink flowers and green pads in a close up.

1367 Opuntia cochenillifera - Velvet Nopal Cactus, Prickly Pear

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

This is a very valuable edible used as a vegetable,...  more

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster

Local pickup only. This item is not available for shipping. Local delivery may be available in Ft. Myers or Sebring, Florida. Contact us for an estimate. Non-pickup orders are subject to restocking fees.
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant, pick up only
1 plant in stock
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$39.95
Opuntia cochenillifera (Cochineal Cactus) variegated lime green plant, close up of flattened stem pads.

6877 Opuntia variegata - Variegated Prickly Pear

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Variegated form of Prickly Pear, very ornamental.
It is a very valuable edible used as a vegetable, with many medicinal properties. One of them is amazing affect on diabetes, people who regularly use this vegetable in their diet claim they were able to get rid of this illness. Stir fry or saute with some onions, garlic, etc.
Prickly Pear is fast-growing desert plant with showy bright red flowers. Drought tolerant, but also doesn't mind Florida rains. It will grow in neglect and pretty much any conditions. Perfect for easy landscaping.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
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