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Plant Description:

Common Name-Bunny Ear Cactus/Angel wing Cactus/ Bunny cactus

Scientific Name- Opuntia microdasys

Family- Cactaceae

Origin- Mexico

The Bunny Ear Cactus is a small, globular shaped cactus known for its distinctive appearance with flattened, paddle-shaped stems covered in clusters of fuzzy, bristle like spines. It is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in bright light.

 Growing Conditions-

1.Soil- Bunny Ear Cactus prefers well-drained soil. A cactus-specific or succulent potting mix is suitable, a regular potting soil with perlite, sand, or pumice can be used for bunny cactus.

 2.Watering-Like most cacti, Bunny Ear Cactus has low water requirements. It is important to allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the growing season (spring and summer), water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce the frequency of watering during winter months.

3.Temperature- Bunny Ear Cactus prefers warm to hot temperatures. It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures but does best in temperatures between 21°C- 37°C

4.Humidity- Bunny Ear Cactus is adapted to low humidity environments and does well in arid conditions. Good air circulation can help mitigate humidity-related issues. They cant tolerate excessive humidity.

5.Light Requirements- Bunny Ear cactus requires consistent bright direct sunlight. The cactus should receive 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.

6. Fertilization- Bunny Ear Cactus has minimal fertilizer requirements. During the growing season, apply a balanced, diluted cactus fertilizer. Avoid overfertilization, as it can lead to poor growth or damage the plant.

7.Flowering- Bunny ear cactus typically blooms during summer months. They produce flowers of different colours including yellow, orange cup shaped flowers. Flowers are relatively short lived.

8.Important Diseases- The most common disease is root rot which occurs mainly due to overwatering and poorly drained potting mix/soil. Root rot is identified as brown, mushy roots. To manage the disease maintain proper watering schedule and use well drained potting mix for growing of the plant.

9.Important Pests- Bunny ear cactus is occasionally affected by some common insects like mealy bugs or scale. Otherwise it is almost insect free.

10.Pruning & Maintenance- Bunny Ear Cactus requires minimal pruning requirements.  Repotting is typically done every 2-3 years or when the plant has outgrown its current container. Use fresh potting mix and handle the spines with care when repotting.

11.Propagation- Bunny ear cactus can be propagated by cuttings. To propagate from cuttings, remove the pads from the plant and keep it aside for 24 hours to callus it over. Then place it in a well-drained potting mix and keep it in a sunny place where it gets couple hours of direct sunlight.