Opuntia fragilis

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brittle cactus

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Other common names

potato cactus

Synonyms

Opuntia fragilis 'Potato', Opuntia fragilis var. brachyarthra

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Botanical Details

Family
Cactaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
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Genus
Opuntia can be creeping, bushy or tree-like cacti, usually with flattened, pad-like stem segments bearing spines and barbed bristles, and with funnel-shaped flowers followed by spiny, fleshy fruits
Name Status
Correct