How much humidity does Brittle Prickly Pear like?

Brittle Prickly Pear prefers dry environments . Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

What type of soil should I use for my Brittle Prickly Pear?

Brittle Prickly Pear is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Should I fertilize my Brittle Prickly Pear?

Brittle Prickly Pear grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer . Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

Does Brittle Prickly Pear go dormant?

It’s common for Brittle Prickly Pear to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Which region is Brittle Prickly Pear native to?

Brittle Prickly Pear is native to the Americas .

What is the growth pattern for Brittle Prickly Pear?

Brittle Prickly Pear grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Can Brittle Prickly Pear be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone Brittle Prickly Pear can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

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Q: How often should I water my Brittle Prickly Pear?

Brittle Prickly Pear thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Q: How much sunlight does my Brittle Prickly Pear need?

Brittle Prickly Pear requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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About Brittle Prickly Pear

Brittle Prickly Pear is a popular houseplant 🌿 that needs very little water to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Plant parents describe this plant as being a survivor with a whopping 206 being grown with Greg around the world. Check out the reviews below for more details!🌟

Brittle Prickly Pear likes soil that is extremely well-draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Opuntia fragilis

Genus

Opuntia

Family

Cactaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

Also known as

Little Prickly Pear

How to care for Brittle Prickly Pear

Water

How often to water your Brittle Prickly Pear

Brittle Prickly Pear needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Dallas, Texas.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Brittle Prickly Pear in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Brittle Prickly Pear: 1ft from a window

Brittle Prickly Pear love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Dallas, Texas ⛅.

Brittle Prickly Pear does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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