Prickly pear comes from various species of the Opuntia cactus, a plant native to the Americas. Its fruit grows from the flat pads of the cactus and is recognized for its vibrant skin, which can ...

One of the most popular is the eastern prickly pear cactus (Opuntia humifusa), known for its vibrant yellow blooms that appear atop the pads at the beginning of summer. If pinkish flowers are more ...

The shape, color and placement of the magenta structures call up the image of colorful prickly pear fruits resting atop light green cactus pads. Prickly pear cactus has been used for food for a ...

Tempe has a new and very visible art project. The sculptures are atop two new bridges over Interstate 10 at the Broadway Curve. Here's what they are.