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Engelmann's Prickly pear, Calico Cactus
Scientific Name: Opuntia engelmannii var. engelmannii Engelmann
Synonym: Opuntia cantabrigiensis, Opuntia dillei, Opuntia discata, Opuntia engelmannii var. discata, Opuntia microcarpa, Opuntia phaeacantha var. discata, Opuntia procumbens, Opuntia subarmata, Opuntia tricolor, Opuntia tardospina
Family: Cactaceae

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 8,9, 12-24 USDA: 9-10 Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Arizona, California (USA) Growth Habits: Succulent 6 to 12 feet high (1.8-3.6 m), 3 feet wide (90 cm) Watering Needs: little or no water once established

Blooming Habits:
Pink to magenta flowers in summer.