Unknown Opuntia species
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Ross M
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Unknown Opuntia species
Hoping this is the correct place to post as opposed to the main forum. I obtained it at least 10 years ago as a small cutting and this is the first time it's flowered. It's in a 6" pan. Looking at the buds I thought the flowers were going to be pink!
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Ross
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
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Growing cacti since 1978, with a particular interest in Sulcorebutia and Rebutia.
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
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ralphrmartin
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
That's rather a good colour, Ross!
Ralph Martin
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Ross M
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
You're welcome to a piece if you like Ralph
Ross
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
BCSS member #46264 (originally joined 1983).
Growing cacti since 1978, with a particular interest in Sulcorebutia and Rebutia.
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
BCSS member #46264 (originally joined 1983).
Growing cacti since 1978, with a particular interest in Sulcorebutia and Rebutia.
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MikeT
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
One of the Opuntia fragilis forms?
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Mike P
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
Yes I would go with an O fragilis form/cultivar.
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Ross M
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
Thanks. I hadn't considered that possibility. I've got quite a few different fragilis but they're quite distinct with ovoid segments and central spines.
Ross
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
BCSS member #46264 (originally joined 1983).
Growing cacti since 1978, with a particular interest in Sulcorebutia and Rebutia.
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
BCSS member #46264 (originally joined 1983).
Growing cacti since 1978, with a particular interest in Sulcorebutia and Rebutia.
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ralphrmartin
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
Thanks Ross! Save a bit for our next swap!
Ralph Martin
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Mike P
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
I believe some are polyacantha crosses. I have one a little like yours and will check it’s name tomorrow.
Mike
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Ross M
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
Thanks Mike, appreciated 
Ross
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
BCSS member #46264 (originally joined 1983).
Growing cacti since 1978, with a particular interest in Sulcorebutia and Rebutia.
Dunbar, SE Scotland.
BCSS member #46264 (originally joined 1983).
Growing cacti since 1978, with a particular interest in Sulcorebutia and Rebutia.
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Mike P
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Re: Unknown Opuntia species
I have two with similar overall appearance. One is labelled ‘Frankfurt’ and the other ‘Freiburg’.
Mike
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