Beavertail Prickly Pear
Opuntia basilaris
This cactus provides vibrant spring color.
THE BASICS
Type: Cacti
Sun: Full/Reflected Sun
Hardiness: 10°F
Water: Very Low
Native to: Sonoran, Mojave Deserts
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 1 feet
Mature Width: 3 feet
Mature Form: Low spreading
FOLIAGE
Evergreen
Color: Blue-gray
Texture: Brown spines
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Magenta to pink
Season: spring
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: Small
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert, Dave Seibert