Opuntia sulphurea' EL53 - Sulphur Prickly PearOpuntia sulphurea, commonly known as the Sulphur Prickly Pear, is a distinctive, low growing cactus characterized by its rugged, paddle shaped pads adorned with clusters of long, sharp, and uniquely twisted spines. This hardy species typically forms clumps up to 12 inches (30 centimeters) tall and can spread to a width of 3 to 6. 5 feet (1 to 2 meters). Thriving in full sun, Opuntia sulphurea prefers dry, sandy, or gravelly, well drained soils and

some of which may be hooked

Its distinctive dark green to blue-green stem is adorned with low

The Parodia leninghausii

bright yellow flowers that attract pollinators and add vibrant color to the landscape

This species is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 10 to 11

making it more adaptable to lower light conditions than many cacti

Emitting a mild garlic scent when touched

This cactus typically grows between 2 to 8 inches (5 to 20 cm) tall and 2

In late summer to early fall

it produces deep red

white flowers with long tubes

developing a striking columnar form