How to Grow and Care for Angel's-wings

Angel's-wings, also known as Bunny-ear Prickly-pear, Polka Dot Cactus, Bunny ears cactus, Polka-dot cactus

Angel's-wings is a low-maintenance succulent that thrives in environments with plenty of sunlight and minimal water. Special care should be taken to ensure its soil is well-draining to prevent root rot. It is vital to handle angel's-wings with care to avoid dislodging its delicate glochids, which are tiny barbs that can easily detach from the plant and irritate the skin.

Watering schedule: Every 3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Angel's-wings

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Succulent & Cactus Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	All year round
Hardiness Zones	9-12

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Varieties of Angel's-wings

Angel's-wings 'Albata'

Angel's-wings 'Albata' is a charming addition to any garden due to its unique appearance. The bright white spots that cover its flat, oval-shaped pads truly resemble the wings of an angel. However, beware of this plant's spine-covered pads and glochidia, which can cause skin irritation and severe allergic reactions.

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Angel's-wings exhibits a unique appearance with a dense clustering of pad-like stems that resemble rabbit ears. The pads are covered in small, dot-like yellow or brown glochidia, which are barbed and can easily detach. This cactus typically attains a height of 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) and a spread of 4-6 feet (120-180 cm). It thrives in full sun, requiring ample light during the summer, and prefers temperatures between 50-65 degrees F (10-18 degrees C) during winter rest periods.