Opuntia ellisiana (Spineless Prickly Pear) Medium water use open or disturbed areas

open or disturbed areas

butterflies Host plant American Snout

cottony fluff of the mature seed heads is quite attractive

evening sun

hummingbirds Deer resistant Yes Notes Prefers  deeper

Opuntia ellisiana (Spineless Prickly Pear) Medium water use open or disturbed areasOpuntia ellisiana is a spineless form of Opuntia cacanapa. It is derived from cultivation in the United States. Spineless Prickly Pear is a great addition to the landscape for those seeking a cactus form, showy blooms and bright red fruits (tunas). Beware, although it doesn't have long sharp spines, the tiny glochids (slivers) are very irritating to the skin if the plant is not handled correctly. Grab the pads between the glochid "dots". AT A GLANCE