Dinner Plate Cactus?

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

The size of the pads seems about right -- 9-12 inches across. But these are all wavy. Not sure if that's a feature or an undiagnosed problem.

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User
6 years ago
That would be an Optunia. Did you already get that far? There are many species. Where in the world is it planted?
offlead
Original Author
6 years ago
Southern New Mexico. We're at just under 6,000 feet.
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Kara 9b SF Bay Area CA
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
Looking online at some Opuntia robusta pics and there are some that have wavy pads. Not as extreme as yours, but looks like it does happen.

Pic from Google.

I personally think it’s nothing to worry about, yours is healthy a little unique.
offlead
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks guys! Sadly, my fellow does have some issues, but they aren't obvious from the angle this photo was taken. I'll post separately for that issue. I wanted to confirm what I had before I went digging for what might be wrong.

New state, new house, new plants!
tsugajunkie z5 SE WI ♱
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
How new?

At 6000 feet you likely had a fair amount of cold this winter and that may be normal seasonal "deflating".

tj