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Opuntia fragilis 'Potato'

Family: Cactaceae, Genus: Opuntia

Description:

Opuntia fragilis 'Potato' is a form of prickly pear cactus from Western Colorado, known for its tightly clustering clump of near-spineless pads. It forms a 3-inch tall by 2-foot wide patch and takes on a purple blush in cold weather. Occasionally, it produces bright yellow flowers in late spring.

Sources:
  1. [1] Opuntia fragilis Potato: Plant Delights. Visit Source
  2. [2] Opuntia fragilis Potato: Plant Delights. Visit Source

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Last Updated June 29, 2025

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