Common names:
Florida Pricklypear
Prickly Pear

Botanical names:
Opuntia uh vlispuaafiamroa mhm. Accepted
Opuntia poalamimh Synonym
Opuntia batunrtai Synonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle: Other
Sun Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Fruit: Indehiscent
Flowers: Malodorous
Suitable Locations: Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Uses: Provides winter interest
Edible Parts: Leaves
Resistances: Tolerates dry shade
Propagation: Seeds: Scarify seeds
Sow in situ
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Containers: Not suitable for containers
Conservation status: Vulnerable (VU)

Nice small tree specimen of Opuntia ammophila located in Ocala Na

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