Opuntia humifusa
Eastern Prickly Pear
One of the few native cacti found in the midwest; low-growing with yellow flowers up to 4´´ across. Edible, pear-shaped fruit is red when ripe. Native Americans ate almost every part of the plant, including the fruit, pads and flowers. Most often found in dry sandy sites; should also do well in dry clay.
- Height: 18" – 24"
- Width: 24" – 36"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Bloom Time: June, July
- Hardiness Zone: 4 To 9
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Container
- Green Roof Extensive
- Ornamental Fruit
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Spreading
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
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Flower Color
- Yellow
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Flower Hue
- Dark
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Flower Type
- Head
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Flower Height
- 18" to 24"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Coarse
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 3" to 4"
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Slow
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg