spineless prickly pear
pad-based cactus form without substantial spines — in spring, enjoy bright yellow blooms + colorful fruit
plant details
spineless prickly pear
identification
latin name: Andropogon glomeratus
usda code OPEL3
alternative name(s): Tigertongue, South Texas pricklypear
classification
ecotopes class: cactus
ecological condition(s): sunny edge – desert bajada
size range: large – 4+ ft
habit: succulent
leaf retention: evergreen
light requirement: full sun – part-sun
color signature: yellow flowers, red fruit
native range
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