The Longspine Prickly Pear is a distinctive cactus with flat, paddle-like pads and long, dark spines. It produces bright yellow flowers and edible fruits.
Best time to see a Longspine Prickly Pear
The best time to see a Longspine Prickly Pear is November–March, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,262 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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