Prickly Pear Cactus
Opuntia ficus-indica
Family: CactaceaeNative: Mexico
A tree-like cactus with large, flat, green pads (cladodes) and clusters of smaller fruits following yellow or orange flowers.
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Requires full sun and well-draining soil. It is highly drought-tolerant and should only be watered when the soil is completely dry.