Description
Latin Name: Opuntia rubescens
Description: Commonly called the ‘Roadkill Cactus’ due to its large, flat pads, this unique beauty is native to Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the Leeward islands, growing up to 10′ tall in its native habitat! This prickly pear variety produces prickly pads that are a gorgeous, emerald shade of dark-green. Produces large, stunning, brilliant orange flowers in the right conditions.
Watering: Allow to dry out completely between waterings
Growth Rate: Slow, a few inches per year
Shape: Upright, Mounding
Sun or Shade: Bright, direct sunlight
Difficulty level: Easy
Photo and description by Kiersten Reilly
