
Bunny Ears Cactus
Opuntia microdasys
Charming 'bunny ear' pads with a prickly polka-dot personality.
- Plant Type
- Succulents
- Width
- 4-5 Ft.
- Height
- 2-3 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 9 - 11
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun
- Design image count
- 10
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Opuntia microdasys, known as the Bunny Ears Cactus, is a multi-branched Mexican native forming dense, semi-erect clumps of velvety green pads. Lacking traditional spines, it is instead covered in distinctive polka-dot clusters of tiny, barbed glochids that detach easily. This slow-growing succulent reaches up to three feet in height and spreads widely, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping or sunny containers. It thrives in full sun and well-draining soil with minimal water.