Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
386513

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 1: 218. 1919.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385845

Common Names

  • Prickly Pear
  • Nopal
  • Indian Fig

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia salvadorensis Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Opuntia guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Prickly Pear, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrub-like cactus with flat, oval-shaped pads and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Opuntia guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional medicines to treat digestive problems and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Opuntia guatemalensis has yellow flowers with red stripes. The seed is oval and black. The seedling is a small, green plant with small spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Opuntia guatemalensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Cactaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforest of Central America. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and dry, well-draining soil. It should be watered sparingly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Opuntia guatemalensis

Opuntia guatemalensis is native to Guatemala and is found in dry, rocky areas, including deserts and canyons.

Opuntia guatemalensis FAQ

What are the common names for Opuntia guatemalensis?

Guatemalan Prickly Pear

What is the natural habitat of Opuntia guatemalensis?

Opuntia guatemalensis is native to Central America, from Mexico to Panama.

What is the growth rate of Opuntia guatemalensis?

Opuntia guatemalensis is a slow-growing plant, taking up to 10 years to reach its full size.

Species in the Opuntia genus

Opuntia megacantha, Opuntia microdasys, Opuntia laiglonii, Opuntia lucayana, Opuntia macrantha, Opuntia lutea, Opuntia lucida, Opuntia longispina, Opuntia piccolomini, Opuntia pittieri, Opuntia opuntia, Opuntia occidentalis, Opuntia peckii, Opuntia phyllacantha, Opuntia pennellii, Opuntia papyracantha, Opuntia fragilis, Opuntia flavispina, Opuntia stricta, Opuntia straminea, Opuntia stenarthra, Opuntia ficus-indica, Opuntia glaucophylla, Opuntia elisae, Opuntia elatior, Opuntia effulgia, Opuntia diversispina, Opuntia festiva, Opuntia inaequilateralis, Opuntia humifusa, Opuntia horstii, Opuntia kuehnrichii, Opuntia jussieui, Opuntia intermedia, Opuntia ithypetala, Opuntia irrorata, Opuntia guatemalensis, Opuntia hondurensis, Opuntia hitchenii, Opuntia hanburyana, Opuntia virens, Opuntia woodsii, Opuntia rooneyi, Opuntia urbaniana, Opuntia salmii, Opuntia salicornoides, Opuntia pubescens, Opuntia protracta, Opuntia praecox, Opuntia reptans,

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.