Opuntia violacea var.macrocentra
Black Spine Violet Opuntia
Description
This plant grows 4' tall and 4' wide; it has grayish green leaf pads that tint purple when it gets really cold. It produces yellow flowers with red centers that bloom in late spring.
Plant Type
Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Light Green, Purple, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Spanish
Accenting Features
Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.