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Coastal Prickly Pear
Opuntia littoralis
In the United States:
Native
· also called Coastal prickly pear
Honeybees and other bees visit the large, showy flowers primarily for abundant pollen, with some nectar available. Bloom peaks in late spring over a several-week period with individual flowers opening sequentially. The plant prefers well-drained sandy or rocky soils in arid coastal habitats.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | April–June |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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