Opuntia undulata

Opuntia undulata: características y cuidados

Opuntia undulata, popularly known as the wavy prickly pear, is an Opuntia species characterized by its pads with wavy edges, which provide a very distinctive texture and silhouette within the genus.

Its shrubby habit and wavy texture make it a highly decorative option for both xeriscaping gardens and cactus arrangements.

It tolerates extreme drought and poor soils very well, provided there is good drainage.

At Ornacom, we directly cultivate each specimen, guaranteeing a balanced form and healthy development from the first years of planting.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

2/5 · bajo — riego de apoyo en establecimiento y sequía; dejar secar parcialmente

Soil / moisture

Dry; very well drained

Bloom

Spring-summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

8b–11

Compatible climates

BWh, BSh, BSk, Csa, Csb

Tolerance to humid climate

2/5 · baja

Maintenance

Development

4/5 · 3–5 m · crecimiento rápido

Pests

3/5 · media — cochinilla algodonosa, escamas, ácaros y pudriciones por exceso de humedad

Pass

1/5 · muy bajo — 1 aporte suave en primavera, bajo en N; no abonar en invierno

  • Warning

O. undulata is synonymous with O. ficus-indica; cold humidity and waterlogging can cause rot.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

2/5 · bajo — riego de apoyo en establecimiento y sequía; dejar secar parcialmente

Soil / moisture

Dry to cool; very well drained

Bloom

Mainly summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

8b–11

Compatible climates

BWh, BSh, BSk, Csa, Csb

Tolerance to humid climate

2/5 · baja

Maintenance

Development

4/5 · 3–5 m · crecimiento rápido

Pests

3/5 · media — cochinilla algodonosa, escamas, ácaros y pudriciones por exceso de humedad

Pass

1/5 · muy bajo — 1 aporte suave en primavera, bajo en N; no abonar en invierno

  • Warning

O. undulata is synonymous with O. ficus-indica; cold humidity and waterlogging can cause rot.

Opuntia ficus-indica

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