Opuntia fragilis 'Red Hill'

A Cistus introduction.  From the place of the same name in Oregon's painted hills, this diminutive creature to about 4" in height spreading to 18" or so unless getting caught in your socks, in which case further. Shiny green pads, burnished red with drought or cold, each one looking like little beans with small golden, turning to rust, spines.  Light yellow flowers occasionally in spring.  Good drainage, excellent for container or rock garden, bright light. USDA Zone 5. BRITTLE PRICKLY PEAR Cactaceae