About

Nopalea dejecta is a tall, branching cactus producing flat, oval cladodes and small, tubular flowers in the characteristic manner of the genus. A distinctive cactus for a warm, sunny greenhouse or frost-free garden.

About the genus

Nopalea are tall, tree-like cacti closely related to Opuntia producing flat, oval cladodes and small, tubular flowers. Grown in warm, sunny greenhouses and frost-free gardens.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.