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Indian fig opuntia
Opuntia ficus-indica
shrub☀️ full sun💧 low water
A drought-tolerant cactus with flat, paddle-like stems and edible purple fruits (tunas). Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in hot, dry climates with minimal water once established.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
high
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6b to Zone 11bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 7 to 8.5Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
pioneer
Native Range
Mexico
Function & Care
ediblewildlife benefiterosion controlhedgerowfiber
Edible Parts
fruitleafflowerseed
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation