
Opuntias 
PUNTIAS and their close relatives form a very distinct and interesting group. ‘They have the widest distri- 
bution of all cacti, being found from Canada south to Argentina. There are a myriad forms but mainly they 
can be grouped between those with round stems or flat pads. Some have quite lovely flowers, some are almost 
spineless, _others like our Chollas have really wicked spines. Some are grown for their pleasantly edible 
fruits, which are produced in prodigious quantities and are very common in the markets of semi-desert regions 
where other fruits are scarce. Since they grow easily under almost any conditions they are very good plants to 
start your collection, and as such I strongly recommend them, The forms are always interesting and attractive, 
and whether they bear flowers or not they are necessary to give variety. Generally they need a lot of Summer 
sun and poor soil to make them flower, for some only blossom as a last resort. ‘ 

DWARF TREE OPUNTIA ANGEL WINGS 
Opuntia vilis grows into a tiny, well branched tree 
with round trunks, some 4 inches tall. This charming 
little Mexican species is particularly liked for its dis- 
tinct tree-like growth and the ease with which every- 
one succeeds with it. Likes a sandy not very rich 
soil and grows in sun or shade. Well branched, 
Opuntia microdasys albata 
One of the loveliest of recent introduction, this 
dainty little plant is covered with cottony white glo- 
chids which do not stick! It branches freely, making 
charming small specimens which remain dwarf. The 

DOLLAR CACTUS 
Opuntia Santa Rita 
Circular blue powdered pads and really handsome 
yellow blossoms with red eye. Almost spineless and 
extremely free in flower. Moderate sized plant. Give 
it plenty of sun and not a very rich sandy soil. A 
little Cactus Food when growing will give it 35 
the vigor to blossom. Each.............. ‘ seaectons c 

4 to 6 inch, 35c; 2 to 3 inch, each..........0....-. = 25C 
pure white cushions show brightly against the 25 
dark green pads. Fach..................... es ara c 

BOXING GLOVE 
These plants assume the oddest, 
most bizarre shapes imaginable, 
with age. They start with round 
stems which always crest at the 
tip, unfolding, no two alike, into 
comb-like processes. 
IPCC ee he pera E ero _23¢ 

CRESTED OPUNTIA 
Crested plants with their curious 
cockscomb-like manner of growth are 
always scarce. Opuntia serpentina cris- 
tate always retains its sinuate 
growth. Splendid. 2 to 3 
inches Hachiivwa eee oe 35c¢ 
QUIABENTIA CHACOENSIS 
A rare Opuntiad from Argen- 
tina. Grows into a round stemmed 
tall tree. 

CINNAMON CACTUS 
Branches freely from the top of the flat 
pads. Opuntia rufida is an excellent plant 
for the window garden, with its dark sil- 
houette against the lighted pane. Glochids 
cinnamon brown. The plant should be 
handled gingerly when potting, as the glo- OPUNTIA VERSCHAFFELTII 
echids come off easily and are annoying 
though not painful. 2 A choice uncommon species without 
PGES 10) Gy N07 «ee 5¢ spines which forms a small tree-like spe- 
cimen. The young stems bear true leaves. 
A native of the Bolivian high- 35 
lands. Flowers dark red. Each.......... c 
WINTER HARDY OPUNTIA 
Opuntia polyacantha is a 
dwarf clustering form from Wy- 
oming for outdoor planting. 
Each «20 ea ee 25¢ 
OLD MAN OPUNTIA 
Stems covered with white wool. The 
rare Opuntia vestita grows easily in 
sandy soil with moderate wat- 25 
ering. Nice plants, 35c¢ and........=. c 






LEMON VINE 

Though a true cactus, it bears large 
shining green leaves and waxy, lemon- 
scented white blossoms, Pereskia acu- 
leata has the habit of a vine and is 
the best stock to graft Xmas Cactus. 
Potted. In shipping hee often lose 
their leaves. This does no i 
hurt them. Water well. Each...... 30c 
DE 
VILS CANE DOMINOES 
Makes a tall, columnar speci- 
men, quite useful to give height 
and variety to the window garden. 
Grows quickly in sun or y 
shade. 2-4 inches. Each... 25¢ 
The pretty Opuntia erectaclada is a 
quite dwarf species you will want in 
your collection, Red flowers. 
Branched plants. Each........ BYZ0C 
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