the buds opuntia elata

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Opuntia elata is a fleshy shrub or small tree belonging to the Cactaceae family. The plant can reach a height of up to 3 meters, and when potted, it is only a few tens of centimeters tall. The stem is flat and thick, and the old stem is woody. The leaves are diamond shaped and fall early. After aging, the needles fall off, leaving only white prickly spots. The adult plant is upright and belongs to the category of large cacti. It blooms during the summer solstice and autumn, and the results are also edible. This type of plant is naturally strong and easy to cultivate, suitable for garden decoration or large potted plants, with a tropical atmosphere.