Bunny Ears Cactus
Opuntia microdasys
Also known as: Polka-Dot Cactus, Angel's Wings
A complete guide to growing and propagating Bunny Ears Cactus: its care needs, how to take cuttings and root them, how long propagation takes, and how to fix the most common problems.
Bunny Ears Cactus care at a glance
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How to propagate Bunny Ears Cactus
Pad cuttings
- Using tongs to avoid the glochids, twist off a whole pad.
- Let the cut end callus for a week or more.
- Set the pad upright, base down, in dry, gritty mix.
- Wait a couple of weeks, then water sparingly until it roots.
Common Bunny Ears Cactus problems & fixes
Shriveled, wrinkled leaves
Underwatering â give a thorough soak and let it drain fully, then wait until the soil is bone dry.
Mushy, translucent leaves or stems
Overwatering and rot. Cut back watering, repot into a gritty fast-draining mix, and remove any rotted roots.
Stretched, pale growth
Too little light (etiolation). Move to bright, direct light; behead and re-root the stretched top to reset a compact shape.
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Toxicity notes are a general guide based on ASPCA-style classifications â if a pet ingests any houseplant, contact your vet. Care needs vary with your home's conditions.