Red Bunny Cactus, Opuntia microdasys

Description for Opuntia Microdasys, Cactus Red Bunny
Plant height: 1.2 – 2.0 inches
Plant spread: 2 – 4 inches
Opuntia microdasys is a species of cactus native and endemic to central and northern Mexico. This plant has the appearance of a shrub, and spreads out to cover between 2-5 feet of ground as a mature plant. This cacti has no central stem or leaves.

Flowers will always sprout from the terminal ends of segment pads. These are a creamy yellow in color, and fade to peach once fertilized. Flowers will turn into 2 inch long fruits varying from purple to red in color.

Common name(s): Bunny Ear Cactus,Angels Wings, Bunny Ear Prickly Pear.
Flower colours: Yellow
Bloom time: Spring
Max reachable height: 2 to 5 feet
Difficulty to grow: Easy to grow