Also known as Brasiliopuntia Cactus · Brazilian Prickly-Pear · Brazilian Pricklypear
Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis is a branching cactus with cylindrical stem segments, native to South America. It features small spines and yellow flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
75% intensity
In hotter climates, provide some afternoon shade to prevent scorching.
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
75% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter if kept dry, but avoid frost.
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
25% intensity
Use a diluted balanced fertilizer once a month in spring and summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of rot in this succulent.
During the winter dormancy period, reduce watering significantly, providing only enough to prevent the stems from shriveling excessively. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Prune to maintain shape, remove damaged or diseased segments, or to control size. Use a clean, sharp knife or shears. Allow cuts to callus over for a few days before watering to prevent rot.
Pruning is best done in spring or early summer.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus over for several days to weeks until a dry, scaly layer forms at the cut end. Plant the callused end in well-draining potting mix.
Roots will form within a few weeks to months.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball.
Repotting is best done in spring, before the active growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Brasiliopuntia (Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis)
Where Brasiliopuntia (Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis) is found
Density
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Brasiliopuntia |
| Species | Brasiliopuntia brasiliensis |
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