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Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia humifusa)
Common Name: Prickly Pear Cactus Latin Name: Opuntia humifusa Habitat: Sandy areas, open rocky sites Blooms: Late spring, summer An image of the prickly pear's flower is not available.


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