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(Opuntia santa rita)

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Description

Originating in Arizona and Texas, the attractive purplish color of its pads and yellow flowers are its main interest. It grows to 4 ft. tall and 4 ft. across.  The red fruit and the purple pads are both edible parts.

Plant Information

Plant Type

Cactus

Origin

Mexico, Native to Arizona

Size (H x W)

4' x 4'

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Low

Flower Color

Yellow

Foliage Color

Purple

Flower Season

Spring