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Know Your Natives – Eastern Prickly Pear
Eastern prickly pear (Opuntia humifusa, formerly Opuntia compressa)* of the Cactus (Cactaceae) family is a mostly prostrate stem-succulent with large, bright yellow, spectacular flowers. Like most members of its family, the species is adapted to thrive in arid habitats. Interestingly, … Continue reading
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Tagged Cactaceae, Cactus, Eastern Prickly Pear, Know Your Natives, Opuntia, Opuntia humifusa, Prickly Pear
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