Opuntia microdasys monstrose

OPUNTIA MICRODASYS MONSTROSE Opuntia microdasys monstrose is an undulated form of Opuntia microdasys ("Bunny Ears"), covered with minute golden spines known as glochids (can cause irritation to the skin and eyes) Protect from frost. Provide bright light/sun; hardy to 32F; to 3'+ tall.This cactus is native to northern Mexico as well as desert region’s that stretch into Arizona. This plant looks like a shrub, and its spines come off very easily. They flowers that it produces are creamy yellow, and fade into peach.Recommended Temperature Zone:sunset: 11-24USDA: 9-10Frost Tolerance: 20°F (-7°C)Sun Exposure: Full sunOrigin: Mexico (Hidalgo)Growth Habits: Succulent to 3 feet high (90 cm), 6 feet across (1.8 m)Watering Needs: Little or no water once establishedPropagation: Cuttings   Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz