Is this opuntia ?
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It IS cactus, however, it's not opuntia.
Okay . Thanks !
Like Yvonne said, definitely not Opuntia, it’s more in the “Euphorbia” family of cactus I believe. Take a look here at this web site, scroll down a bit, and look at the Euphorbia shown...
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PS - make sure you properly ID the type you have. From the Tort Table
Candelabra Cactus (Euphorbia lactea)
Milk bush (Indian Tree Spurge) (Euphorbia tirucalli)
N.B. Euphorbia canariensis, which is toxic, looks very like many species of cactus that grow in column shapes and which are safe for tortoises (for example, Cereus, Pachycereus, Hylocereus, Neobuxbaumia, Browningia, and many others). Unless you can accurately identify the species of any plant do not feed it to your tortoise.
Cactus
Looking for a plant you don't have to water much? A cactus might be your answer! Most cacti come from dryland areas and are used to being able to survive weeks without rainfall. Cactus houseplants have that same characteristic: Just give cacti a bright, sunny spot and you can enjoy the easy-care...
www.costafarms.com
PS - make sure you properly ID the type you have. From the Tort Table
- Common Name: Euphorbia - Succulent
- Latin Name: Euphorbia spp.
- Family Name: Euphorbiaceae
Candelabra Cactus (Euphorbia lactea)
Milk bush (Indian Tree Spurge) (Euphorbia tirucalli)
N.B. Euphorbia canariensis, which is toxic, looks very like many species of cactus that grow in column shapes and which are safe for tortoises (for example, Cereus, Pachycereus, Hylocereus, Neobuxbaumia, Browningia, and many others). Unless you can accurately identify the species of any plant do not feed it to your tortoise.
Thanks for taking the time to reply . I definitely wont be feeding it to my tort .Like Yvonne said, definitely not Opuntia, it’s more in the “Euphorbia” family of cactus I believe. Take a look here at this web site, scroll down a bit, and look at the Euphorbia shown...
Cactus
Looking for a plant you don't have to water much? A cactus might be your answer! Most cacti come from dryland areas and are used to being able to survive weeks without rainfall. Cactus houseplants have that same characteristic: Just give cacti a bright, sunny spot and you can enjoy the easy-care...
PS - make sure you properly ID the type you have. From the Tort Table
Euphorbias contain a TOXIN that is known to be carcinogenic. The milky sap can cause inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes of the eyes, nose and mouth. The chemical resinferatoxin has an irritating effect which is stronger than capsaicin, the substance that makes chillies hot. So never feed to tortoises and wear protective clothing when handling this plant.
- Common Name: Euphorbia - Succulent
- Latin Name: Euphorbia spp.
- Family Name: Euphorbiaceae
Candelabra Cactus (Euphorbia lactea)
Milk bush (Indian Tree Spurge) (Euphorbia tirucalli)
N.B. Euphorbia canariensis, which is toxic, looks very like many species of cactus that grow in column shapes and which are safe for tortoises (for example, Cereus, Pachycereus, Hylocereus, Neobuxbaumia, Browningia, and many others). Unless you can accurately identify the species of any plant do not feed it to your tortoise.
No, it's not euphorbia, it's more along the lines of acanthacereus. Euphorbs bleed a milky white sap and have thorns like roses. this cactus has glochids.
