bunny ears 'Albata'

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A bushy cactus to 60cm tall, with branched stems composed of flattened 'pads' to 15cm long, with prominent areoles with short white glochids; flowers pale yellow, 4cm across, fruits 4.5cm, purple

Scientific classification

Species: bunny ears 'Albata' (Opuntia microdasys 'Albata')
Genus: Opuntia
Family: Cactaceae

Skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Cactus Succulent
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Autumn · Spring · Summer
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of bunny ears 'Albata'

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of bunny ears 'Albata'

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bunny ears 'Albata' care guide

Deep watering only after full dryness, keeping roots drier in cool weather
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Deep watering only after full dryness, keeping roots drier in cool weather

Fertilizing

Very weak cactus fertilizer monthly during warm active growth

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed that has been presoaked and sown in containers at 21C (70F). Separate and root stem segments

Growing

Under glass grow in sharply-draining loam based compost (JI No2) with added sharp sand or perlite, or a proprietary cactus compost. Provide full light at all times and allow compost to dry before watering during growth period in spring, summer and early autumn and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser three or four times. Withhold water and fertiliser in winter when dormant. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further advice

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