4" Golden Bunny Ears

4" Golden Bunny EarsGolden Bunny Ears Cactus (Opuntia microdasys Aurea) Golden Bunny Ears Cactus is a bright, cheerful variety of Bunny Ears known for its oval pads covered in dense clusters of golden yellow glochids. The paired pads resemble bunny ears, while the warm golden dots give the plant a soft, glowing appearance in bright light. As it grows, new pads stack upward, creating a playful, sculptural form. Easy to care for and drought tolerant, this cactus is perfect

Golden Bunny Ears Cactus (Opuntia microdasys ‘Aurea’)

Golden Bunny Ears Cactus is a bright, cheerful variety of Bunny Ears known for its oval pads covered in dense clusters of golden-yellow glochids. The paired pads resemble bunny ears, while the warm golden dots give the plant a soft, glowing appearance in bright light. As it grows, new pads stack upward, creating a playful, sculptural form.

Easy to care for and drought-tolerant, this cactus is perfect for sunny windowsills and adds a fun pop of color to succulent collections.

Care Tips:
☀️ Light: Bright light to full sun; strong light keeps pads compact and vibrant
💧 Water: Water sparingly; allow soil to dry out completely between waterings
🌫 Humidity: Prefers low humidity
❄️ Temperature: Thrives in warm temps (65–90°F); protect from frost
🐾 Pet Friendly: Yes (But glochids can cause irritation)

Fun Fact:
The golden “dots” on this cactus are actually clusters of tiny barbed glochids that can detach easily, so it’s best admired without handling 🌵✨