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Opunita Sp. *Spineless* Pad Cutting

Opunita Sp. *Spineless* Pad Cutting

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$2.95at The Bio DudeChecked Nov 12

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  • Last seen at $2.95 at The Bio Dude on Nov 12.
  • Our take on the Opunita Sp. *Spineless* Pad Cutting

    A single rooted-ready pad cutting from a spineless Opuntia cactus, about 3 inches or larger. It is sold for two uses: planting to grow a new cactus, or feeding to reptiles such as bearded dragons and blue-tongue skinks. The pads carry no long sharp spines, but they do have tiny glochids that can irritate skin, so handle them on the smooth waxy areas between the dots. Compared with seed-grown cacti, a pad cutting is the faster route to a new plant, and it doubles as a fresh food item for larger semi-arid lizards.

    Best forBearded dragon and blue-tongue owners wanting fresh cactus foodGardeners propagating a spineless prickly pearSemi-arid reptile keepersLow-water plant growers
    Pros
    • No long sharp spines, easier to handle than spined Opuntia
    • Single pad about 3 inches or larger
    • Works for propagation or as reptile food
    • Prickly pear is a well-known hardy, drought-tolerant cactus
    • Pad cuttings root readily in gritty, fast-draining soil
    Cons
    • Still has tiny glochids that irritate skin
    • One pad only, so no backup if it rots or is eaten
    • Cut end needs to callus before planting
    • Not suitable for small reptiles or pets that can't handle the glochids

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    Opunita Sp. *Spineless* Pad Cutting price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $2.95 on Nov 13 at The Bio Dude. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 13.

    About the Opunita Sp. *Spineless* Pad Cutting

    This is a cutting of a spineless Opuntia cactus pad, taken from mother plants. The variety is described as spineless and thornless, so it has no long sharp spines. A single pad is approximately 3 inches or larger.

    The pad can be used for propagation. It can also be fed as a snack to certain lizards, especially bearded dragons and larger, semi-arid skinks such as blue-tongues.

    The pad still has tiny glochids, which are short prickles that can irritate the skin if the plant is handled incorrectly. The glochids grow from the dots, or small bumps, on the pad. To handle it, grab the pad where it is smooth and waxy, between the glochids.

    Plant
    Opuntia sp., spineless variety
    Type
    Pad cutting from mother cacti
    Pad size
    Approx. 3 inches or larger
    Quantity
    Single pad
    Uses
    Propagation; food for bearded dragons and larger, semi-arid skinks such as blue-tongues
    Handling
    Grab the smooth, waxy part of the pad between the glochids

    Questions and answers

    How do I plant the pad?
    Let the cut end dry and callus for several days, then set the bottom third of the pad into fast-draining cactus soil. Water sparingly until roots form.
    Can bearded dragons eat it?
    Yes. Spineless Opuntia pads are a common fresh food for bearded dragons and larger semi-arid skinks such as blue-tongues. Cut it into pieces sized for the animal.
    Does spineless mean no prickles at all?
    No. It lacks long sharp spines but has tiny glochids that can irritate skin. Handle the pad on the smooth waxy areas between the dots.
    How big is the pad?
    Each cutting is a single pad about 3 inches or larger.
    Is it safe to handle with bare hands?
    Usually, if you grip the smooth waxy parts and avoid the glochid dots. Glochids can lodge in skin, so gloves are safer.
    How fast will it grow?
    Prickly pear pads root within weeks in warm weather and good light, then push new pads from the edges.
    Where is the Opunita Sp. *Spineless* Pad Cutting cheapest?
    At The Bio Dude, for $2.95, as of our latest check.