Opuntia quitensis

Description

Small flattened segments make up the cactus shrub Opuntia quitensis. Short clumps of spines cover the surface of each segment with small clusters of long sharp spines emerging near the tips. Bright orange blooms appear during spring and summer months.

WATERING

Water when soil is dry 100%. Water lightly (if at all) during winter months.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Full sun.

FEED

Use a cactus fertiliser 3 times between March – November.

REPOTTING

Repot every 2-3 years. Use a well draining cactus compost, adding extra drainage such as perlite, pumice or grit.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant is supplied in its plastic nursery pot.