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Opuntia ficus-indica [orange-flowered]

Also Known As

  • Opuntia bonaerensis
  • Opuntia paraguayensis
  • Orange Tuna

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Opuntia ficus-indica [orange-flowered] plant details

Opuntia ficus-indica [orange-flowered] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Opuntia ficus-indica [orange-flowered]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, desert garden, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Opuntia ficus-indica [orange-flowered]

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Full Sun to part shade. Outdoor. Orange Flowers.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Opuntia ficus-indica [orange-flowered] plant

How to Grow Opuntia ficus-indica [orange-flowered]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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