An antique photo, as Opuntia macracantha in Britton and Rose's The Cactaceae
Origin: Cuba in the maritime low lands
Growth Habits: Tree-like, up to 10 feet (3 m); trunk 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter; stems ob.; spines 1 to 4, 6 inches long (15 cm);
Blooming Habits:
Flowers orange to yellow; ovary 1.2 inches (3 cm)
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