Bunny Ears. A striking cactus with flattened stems covered in oval pads of yellow bristles and yellow bowl shaped flowers flushed red. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers March to June. Fruits June. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C. Skin irritant.
Opuntia microdasys
A striking cactus with flattened stems covered in oval pads of yellow bristles and yellow bowl shaped flowers flushed red
Additional information
| Generic | Opuntia |
|---|---|
| Species | microdasys |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Bunny Ears |
| Flower Colour | yellow, red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, June |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| Fruits When | June |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | Skin irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Place outdoors in the summer |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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