Opuntia macrocentra 'Tubac'

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Tubac Purple Pad Opuntia

  
Plant photo of: Opuntia macrocentra 'Tubac'
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Information by: Jerru Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

This plant grows 4' tall and wide and has grayish-green leaf pads that tint purple when it gets really cold out. It produces yellow flowers with red centers that bloom in late spring.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Succulent, Cactus

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

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

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Fire Resistant

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.