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brittle prickly pear cactus Prickly Pear Cactus, Brittle (skez’k)Brittle Prickly Pear Cactus is a thorny succulent with individual segments of stems that are easily detached on wildlife or clothing. It has showy flowers that are yellowish in colour. Once the spines are removed Prickly Pear Cactus is edible, having a long history of use among local indigenous peoples. Latin Name Opuntia fragilis Type Forb Height and Spread 0. 3 1 m tall, often spreading along the ground. Up to 1 m spread. Bloom Colour Yellow to
Brittle Prickly Pear Cactus is a thorny succulent with individual segments of stems that are easily detached on wildlife or clothing. It has showy flowers that are yellowish in colour. Once the spines are removed Prickly Pear Cactus is edible, having a long history of use among local indigenous peoples.
| Latin Name | Opuntia fragilis | |
| Type | Forb | |
| Height and Spread | 0.3 – 1 m tall, often spreading along the ground. | Up to 1 m spread. |
| Bloom Colour | Yellow to peach coloured. | |
| Bloom Months | June/July | |
| Foliage Colour | Pale green with 1-3 cm barbed spikes. | |
| Seed Months | Late summer | |
| Light and Water | Hot open slopes with direct sunlight. | Grows in very dry arid conditions. |
| Ethnobotany Information | The stems of Prickly Pear Cactus have a long history as a food source for south interior Indigenous peoples, being eaten boiled, roasted, in soup, or baked into cakes. It was particularly important during times of famine. | |
| Wildlife Uses | Despite the barbed spines on this plant, it is an important food source for many species of wildlife in summer and fall. | |
| Garden Uses | When Brittle Prickly Pear Cactus blooms it is particularly beautiful and unique from other plants. It can be used in arid garden settings and landscaping, but as a cactus it can be painful if stepped on. | |
| Facts | Brittle Prickly Pear Cactus was also boiled into a cough syrup by the Secwepemc people. | |
| Propagation Techniques | Brittle Prickly Pear Cactus produces seeds, but the easiest propagation technique is to replant portions of the stem in new soil, effectively cloning the plant. | |
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★★★★★ 5
BUY IT! YOU’LL LOVE IT!!
Size: Twin/Twin XL, Color: Caramel
LOVE IT! The comfort, the color, strong but cozy! Don’t usually leave feedback but had to for this!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Great Pillow! Could use some improvements
We really like this pillow! It is a good firmness, and helps fill the gap that is often between our headboard and mattress.
Only complain is that almost all of the buttons have fallen off. We have had this for about 2 months.
You also can’t take the cover off of it to clean, which would be a nice feature.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Pretty, but very practical.
Size: Full, Color: Mint Green
The color was exactly what I expected from the photo. It arrived in an unbelievably small package, but expanded quickly once I opened the bag. I waited the recommended 24 hours to be sure it was done. I am pleased that the length is a perfect fit, and I like that it comes up to the back of my neck when I'm sitting in bed. It is a bit softer than I originally imagined, but not so soft that I feel like I'm sinking through it. It's very pleasantly supportive. The fabric is like a soft ribbed corduroy with piping along the outer seam. It looks nice. Both ends have a pocket that is barely noticeable, but is the perfect size to keep your phone close by. I'm temporarily homebound and spending a lot of time sitting in bed, so I'm very glad I invested in this pillow for comfort and convenience. If you ever have trouble with pillows working their way under the edge of the headboard, and into the dusty space between the headboard and the wall, consider this problem solved.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Measure your bed and space, I did and ordered the perfect fit!
Size: Queen, Color: Navy
Love this wedge pillow. I bought it for our boat stateroom bed. It fits perfectly as beds on a boat are always odd sizes. It is very comfortable allows me to sit up in bed to read. Also keeps our bed pillows from sliding back. Good quality, color and size.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Comfy, Supportive, and Great for Lounging in Bed
This wedge-style headboard pillow has made sitting up in bed much more comfortable. The shape offers full upper-back support, with just the right amount of firmness to keep you propped upright without feeling stiff. It’s especially helpful for reading or watching shows in bed, and it stays in place well against a flat headboard.
The purple color is rich and vibrant in person, and the removable cover is soft to the touch with a smooth finish. We really appreciated that the cover zips off easily and can be machine washed—it held its shape and color after laundering. The pillow also has a nice weight to it, so it doesn’t feel flimsy or slide down easily.
This is a great addition for anyone who likes spending time sitting up in bed, whether for reading, working, or relaxing. It also doubles nicely as a decorative accent when the bed is made. The quality feels solid, and the size works well across the width of a queen bed without overwhelming the space. Id say it is ok for the price. It does retain warmth though
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