Erect prickly pear
Opuntia stricta · Cactaceae
Spiny thickets on the Deccan and in arid zones injure livestock and exclude forage
Why Erect prickly pear is a problem
Spiny thickets on the Deccan and in arid zones injure livestock and exclude forage
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What to plant instead
Management species; restore native thorn-scrub
Frequently asked questions
Is Erect prickly pear invasive in India?
Yes. Erect prickly pear (Opuntia stricta) is considered invasive in India. Spiny thickets on the Deccan and in arid zones injure livestock and exclude forage
Why is Erect prickly pear a problem?
Spiny thickets on the Deccan and in arid zones injure livestock and exclude forage