Bunny ear cactus Features
Morphology: These palmate segments are covered with small golden spines called glochids.
Flower color: The flowers are usually bright yellow and very attractive, blooming from April to May.
Fruit: The fruit is red, oval, and the skin is covered with white prickles.
Bunny ear cactus Size：
- Opuntia microdasys is a low-growing, branching cactus with flat palmate segments that can reach 45 cm in length and 15 cm in width.
Opuntia microdasys cactus Special Care or Planting instructions
- Light
Opuntia microdasys requires full, direct sunlight, at least 6 hours of sunlight per day. When grown indoors, supplement with grow lights for 12-14 hours per day
- Water
This cactus prefers dry soil, similar to its native desert environment. Water thoroughly but not frequently-every 2-3 weeks in spring and summer, and once a month in winter. Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent rot
- Soil
Prefers well-drained soil, such as sandy or cactus soil. A mixture of 1 part potting soil, 1 part coarse sand, and 1 part perlite or pumice can be used, and good drainage is essential
- Fertilizer
Use a balanced cactus fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks in spring and summer. No fertilization is required during the winter dormant period
- Temperature and Humidity
Opuntia microdasys prefers warm days, around 75-95°F (24-35°C), cooler nights around 50-70°F (10-21°C), and grows well in dry air with humidity below 40%
- Pests and Diseases
Watch out for common cactus pests, such as mealybugs, spider mites, and scale insects. Overwatering can cause rot, so prefer to keep the soil slightly dry
- Pruning
Opuntia microdasys does not usually need to be pruned. Simply cut off any damaged, discolored, or shrunken palmate stems
- Propagation
Propagation is very simple from palmate stem cuttings. Cut a healthy palmate stem in spring or summer, let the cutting air dry for several days, and then insert it into well-drained soil. Keep the soil lightly moist until new roots develop
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