--- product_id: 344585996 title: "Creation Cultivated - Live \"Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus\" - Opuntia cacanapa \"Ellisiana\" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food" brand: "generic" price: "155.24 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Generic" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/344585996-creation-cultivated-live-spineless-prickly-pear-cactus-opuntia-cacanapa-ellisiana store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Spineless, fresh cactus pad cutting Produces vibrant yellow flowers Winter hardy to USDA Zone 6 Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food **Brand:** generic **Price:** 155.24 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌵 Elevate your green space with the spineless cactus that blooms and endures! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food by generic - **How much does it cost?** 155.24 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/344585996-creation-cultivated-live-spineless-prickly-pear-cactus-opuntia-cacanapa-ellisiana) ## Best For - generic enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted generic brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Blooming Beauty:** Showcases stunning yellow flowers from spring to summer - • **Drought-Defying:** Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant for busy professionals - • **Edible & Organic:** Enjoy fresh, organic cactus pads ideal for gourmet recipes or tortoise treats - • **Versatile Growth:** Adaptable to any well-drained soil with full sun exposure - • **Resilient Winter Warrior:** Thrives in USDA Zones 6-10, perfect for colder climates ## Overview The Creation Cultivated Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia cacanapa 'Ellisiana') is a USDA Zone 6-10 winter-hardy, drought-tolerant succulent that produces vibrant yellow flowers and edible pads. Delivered as a freshly cut, unrooted pad, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an ideal low-maintenance addition for gardeners and exotic pet owners alike. ## Description desertcart.com : Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food : Patio, Lawn & Garden Review: Growing well in zone 6b - I live in USDA zone 6b and I bought two pads in December 2024. Since it was the winter when I received them I just stuck each of them in a pot of succulent soil and put them in a southern facing window until spring of 2025. When it warmed up I planted them in the ground. They had a nice rootball when I took them out of their pots. There wasn’t much growth that first year. I assume they were growing more roots because spring 2026 I have several new baby pads. They seem to be thriving and durable enough to survive the winter cold of Kansas. Review: These HURT - Do NOT purchase! These have full spines and needles. They rub/ remove some from a plant and pass it off as a genetic spineless. I have tried to report as fraudulent ## Features - VERY WINTER HARDY: zones 6 to 10 - Produces beautiful yellow flower & edible pears - DoA Claims must be placed IMMEDIATELY after arrival with pictures. Click on our store name under Add to Cart and then Ask a Question. Images cannot be attached in the desertcart app; please send the images in reply to our first email. - Expected blooming period: Spring to Summer ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B098PJWYF4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #242,408 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #606 in Cacti & Succulent Plants | | Brand | Generic | | Brand Name | Generic | | Color | Yellow | | Customer Reviews | 3.5 out of 5 stars 203 Reviews | | Expected Blooming Period | Spring to Summer | | Expected Planting Period | Winter | | Material Feature | Organic | | Material Features | Organic | | Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Drought Tolerant | | Plant or Animal Product Type | cactus | | Soil Type | Any soil w/ good drainage | | Special Feature | Drought Tolerant | | Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun | | USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 to 10 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Generic - **Color:** Yellow - **Expected Blooming Period:** Spring to Summer - **Expected Planting Period:** Winter - **Material Feature:** Organic - **Soil Type:** Any soil w/ good drainage - **Special Feature:** Drought Tolerant - **Sunlight Exposure:** Full Sun - **USDA Hardiness Zone:** 6 to 10 - **Unit Count:** 1 Count ## Images ![Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91LymcVScDS.jpg) ![Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ffdiBhXkS.jpg) ![Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7141BwN8q8S.jpg) ![Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91vaJ7yZAoS.jpg) ![Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91HTuxg443S.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Any chance they will survive in zone 5b?** A: It is possible they will survive in that zone, but will likely not flourish. **Q: Is it deer resistant?** A: I would say so! We have had no issues as of yet with any deer. **Q: How large do they get and can you keep it trimmed to a smaller plant?** A: Hey there, I hope you are doing well today! All questions will be answered in the video attached & if you have any more just let me know. Thanks, John Isaac w/ Creation Cultivated **Q: In the video it just looks like a pad and not the whole plant. Do you get a whole rooted plant?** A: Sorry for any confusion with this listing; I hope this clarifies everything. What you receive is a "Single Hardy Unrooted Spineless Cactus Pad Cutting" (Freshly cut day of shipping). More info on rooting the cutting below. (MY PROPIGATION/ROOTING METHOD) 1. Place the cutting on a flat surface in filtered sunlight. Choose a dry room that has constant temperatures of 60 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. Leave the cutting for seven to 10 days to form callus tissue over the cut edge. 2. Mix one part perlite with one part compost to create a well-draining growing medium to plant the cactus in. Fill a container with the mixture, leaving the top 1 to 2 inches empty. Use a container with drainage holes in its bottom (Also can be planted directly into the ground if you so choose, both methods have a high success rate for me). 3. Set the cactus cutting with the callused edge resting on the soil in the center of the pot. Push one-third to one-half of the cutting into the soil mixture. Tamp the soil down around the base of the cactus until the cutting is able to stand upright on its own. 4. Water the planted cutting using a watering can until the soil is evenly moist. Place the pot in a warm room in filtered sunlight. Water the cactus when the top inch of soil begins to dry out. 5. Decrease supplemental watering to 1/4 inch of water applied every seven days once the cactus becomes established and begins to produce new growth. Follow this water regimen during the months when nighttime temperatures remain above 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Give the cactus 1/4 inch of water every 14 days when nighttime temperatures drop below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. 6. Move the cactus to full sunlight indoors once it begins producing new growth to begin acclimating it to brighter light. Move the cactus to full sunlight outdoors after two weeks if you eventually plan to plant the cactus outdoors in the ground. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Growing well in zone 6b *by D***T on May 11, 2026* I live in USDA zone 6b and I bought two pads in December 2024. Since it was the winter when I received them I just stuck each of them in a pot of succulent soil and put them in a southern facing window until spring of 2025. When it warmed up I planted them in the ground. They had a nice rootball when I took them out of their pots. There wasn’t much growth that first year. I assume they were growing more roots because spring 2026 I have several new baby pads. They seem to be thriving and durable enough to survive the winter cold of Kansas. ### ⭐ These HURT *by S***N on September 3, 2026* Do NOT purchase! These have full spines and needles. They rub/ remove some from a plant and pass it off as a genetic spineless. I have tried to report as fraudulent ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Live plants *by L***R on October 15, 2025* Great for tortiouses ## Frequently Bought Together - Creation Cultivated - Live "Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus" - Opuntia cacanapa "Ellisiana" (1 PAD Cutting) / Winter Hardy Cactus - USDA Zone 6 / Unrooted Freshly Cut Cactus Pads / Tortoise Food - 1 Pad of Red Fruit Prickly Pear Cactus, Opuntia engelmannii, Cold Hardy, Nopal - 1 Cactus Purple Prickly Pear --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/344585996-creation-cultivated-live-spineless-prickly-pear-cactus-opuntia-cacanapa-ellisiana](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/344585996-creation-cultivated-live-spineless-prickly-pear-cactus-opuntia-cacanapa-ellisiana) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-10-04*