Opuntia, one of the largest cactus families, is made up of desert cactus found throughout the Americas. They are low maintenance plants needing little water. They are also adapted to a very hot, dry climate. Opuntia gosseliniana takes on a deep violet colour when given full sun.

Although some Opuntia grow very large in their natural habitat, they grow to a more moderate size indoors.

 Full sun

 Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry

 Orange flowers

 Mildly toxic to animals

 Growth : Upright, up to 1m

 Origin : Mexico, United States

 Grown in Canada