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Opuntia microdasys - "Bunny Ear Cactus".
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Unit E1, 26 Sir Alfred Owen Way
Joe's Plant Place
Caerphilly CF83 3HU
United Kingdom
Plant Description
Description
Opuntia microdasys, commonly known as the Bunny Ear Cactus, is a distinctive cactus recognised for its flat oval pads covered in soft-looking but sharp glochids rather than traditional spines. Compact and architectural, it’s a low-maintenance plant best suited to bright dry indoor spaces.
PLANT CARE
Everything you need to know to keep your plant happy and thriving.
LIGHT
Bright Light
WATER
Low watering. Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly and reduce significantly during winter.
SOIL
Very free-draining cactus or succulent compost with added grit or sand to prevent moisture retention.
REPOT
Repot every 2–3 years in spring if rootbound. Handle carefully using gloves or folded paper to avoid contact with glochids.
HUMIDITY
Low
DIFFICULTY
Beginner
JOE'S TOP TIP
Avoid touching the pads directly. Glochids detach easily and are difficult to remove from skin.
COMMON MISTAKE
Most people damage this plant by overwatering or keeping it in low light.
WHEN TO COME BACK TO US
Bring it back (or a photo) in 6–8 weeks if you want: • Repotting advice • A health check • Help adjusting light or watering
PLANT FACT
Opuntia microdasys uses tiny hair-like glochids instead of spines as a defence, which is why it looks soft but absolutely should not be trusted.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Mexico