Eastern Prickly Pear (Opuntia humifusa) 3+ Pads with Roots
$23.00
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What you will get :- at lease 3 pad plant with roots- shipped cautiously to the best of my ability to prevent unwanted cactus hairs in your hands upon opening.- free shipping within the USA- Care instruction inside box- propagation instructions inside box ( in case you want to make the most from your purchase "prickly bear" (prickly pear) cactus is the Eastern Prickly Pear (Opuntia humifusa), also known as the low prickly pear or devil's-tongue. It is a hardy, native succulent featuring broad, flat, green pads and is found naturally across dry pine forests and sandy soils in the region. i am in zone 9a for reference. Eastern Prickly Pear (Opuntia humifusa): The most widespread species in the Southeast. It features trailing pads and blooms with showy yellow flowers in early summer. Southeastern Prickly Pear (Opuntia mesacantha): Often found in sandy coastal plains and pine woods, this variation tends to grow somewhat more upright. Spineless Eastern Prickly Pear: A naturally occurring or cultivated variant that lacks the long spines, though it still has tiny, prickly hair-like bristles called glochids.Important Note: There are no known toxic varieties of prickly pear. The pads and fruits (tunas) are entirely edible, provided they are thoroughly peeled and the tiny, barbed bristles are completely removed. Stick in sandy soil . Lightly water at first and watch them thrive. And multiply over time . Some tend to get pretty large. Depending on care received .
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