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Paraguay Cactus, Orange Tuna Cactus
Opuntia paraguayensis

This cactus is an easy grower with thick pads and long sharp spines. Can tolerate some shade, protect from hard frosts. Synonym: Opuntia bonaerensis, Opuntia quimlo

  • Plant type: Cactus
  • Maintenance level: Low
  • Water requirement: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full, Part Sun
  • Height range: 4–8 Feet
  • Width range: 2–6 Feet
  • Canopy value: 13 ft²
  • Growth rate: Medium
  • Seasonal habit: Evergreen
  • Flower color: Yellow, Orange
  • Flower season: Summer
  • Fruit color: Green
  • Fruit season: Summer
  • Design style: Thorns/Spines
  • Hardiness cold tolerance: 20 °F
  • Soil preference: Sand, Rocky, Well Drained, Dry
  • Native location: Paraguay South America
  • PH preference: Alkaline/Basic
  • USDA hardiness zone: 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b

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