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Beavertail Cactus
Opuntia basilaris
In the United States:
Native
· also called beavertail pricklypear
Bees visit the bright magenta flowers for nectar and pollen in early spring when desert resources are limited. Peak bloom occurs in April and May. This drought-tolerant cactus requires no irrigation once established and provides reliable forage without special management.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | March–June |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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