| Botanical Name: Opuntia santa-rita 'Tubac' | |
| Common Name: Purple Prickly Pear Tubac |
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Succulent, Cactus
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Purple
Fruit Season
Summer
Information by: Mary Irish
Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
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Description
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Notes
This cactus will grow at a moderate rate to 4' x 6'. Yellow blossoms appear late spring. Pads are unique. They are rich purple in winter, during warmer months they are soft blue-grey. Quite spiny. Needs full sun, and good drainage. Good in transition or arid zone.