The prickly pear cactus is among the most widespread cactus genera, characterized by its spiny, flat, club-shaped pads. Many varieties have large, round spines, while others have tiny, hair-like ...

Opuntia, the prickly pear cactus, originated in South America, moved into the valleys of the Andes and then north into Mexico and North America. Prickly pear cactus: How to harvest fruit without ...

This succulent can add a little southwest flare to almost any home or garden. The opuntia, or prickly pear cactus, is known for its flat, oval-shaped pads and delicious fruits. What's most ...

The fruit of the cactus is also known as prickly pear, cactus pear, prickly pear fruit, nopal fruit, tuna, sabra, Barbary pear, and Indian fig. Cactus pads and cactus fruit have long been tied to ...