Opuntia littoralis, commonly known as the Coastal Prickly Pear, is a species of cactus native to coastal areas of California and Baja California. It is a sprawling, low-growing succulent with flattened, paddle-shaped stems that bear clusters of spines along their edges. The stems can vary in color from green to bluish-green and may have a waxy coating. Vibrant yellow flowers bloom from spring to early summer, followed by edible red fruits known as tunas. Its dense, spiny stems offer shelter and nesting sites for birds and small mammals, while its flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The edible fruits are consumed by birds and mammals, helping to disperse the plant's seeds and contributing to the spread of Coastal Prickly Pear in the environment. Additionally, the plant's extensive root system helps stabilize sandy soils and prevent erosion along coastal dunes.
Opuntia littoralis (Coastal PricklyPear)
Size Information
Plantlets:
10 unrooted plantlets sterile in media, contained in an 8-ounce vessel. Ideal for potting into seedling trays for acclimation to nursery conditions or for subculturing to multiply stock.
Plug:
Juvenile plants rooted and acclimated in a 72-cell Jiffy Preforma tray. Perfect for up-potting into nursery pots or for planting directly in the ground. Sold by the tray or as individual units.
Pot:
Mature, soil-established plants in 3" x 8" nursery pots. Ideal for landscape installations where larger, established plants are needed.
Seeds:
High-germination-rate seeds available in packets. 1 packet covers a 10' x 10' area. Bulk seed quantities for larger projects are available upon inquiry.
