Eastern Prickly Pear (Opuntia Cespitosa) is a perennial cactus in the Cactaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
A perennial succulent cactus native to the eastern United States, known for its jointed, flattened pads and yellow flowers with red centers.
Eastern Prickly Pear
Opuntia Cespitosa
A perennial succulent cactus native to the eastern United States, known for its jointed, flattened pads and yellow flowers with red centers.
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