Opuntia Oricola Chaparral Prickly Pear Cactus Pad Cutting - 5-7" Tall, 1 Pad, Coastal Los Angeles Origin

About This Plant

Opuntia Oricola, commonly known as Chaparral Prickly Pear Cactus, is provided here as a cactus pad cutting. The cutting is approximately 5-7 inches tall and 2-3.5 inches wide, sourced from Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, CA. This starter plant is drought-tolerant and suited for warm, temperate coastal climates.

What You Will Receive

One Opuntia Oricola cactus pad cutting (1 pad). Cutting is positioned as a starter plant intended for rooting at home.

Growing Information

• Plant Type: Cactus Pad Cutting
• Origin: Coastal Los Angeles, CA
• Size: Approximately 5-7 inches tall, 2-3.5 inches wide
• Rooting: Easy to root
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Low water; drought-tolerant
• Soil: Well-draining cactus mix
• Hardiness: Not frost-hardy; best in USDA zones 9-11
• Care: Allow to dry about 1 week before watering to encourage rooting; handle with care using metal tongs due to spines

Live Plant Notice

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