The prickly pear — also known as the Indian fig, is a species of cactus native to South America, Central America, and the southern parts of North America. Although it prefers desert climates, the prickly pear can thrive in many different soils and in different degrees of humidity and temperatures. The leaves (pillows) and the fruit are edible. However, this cactus is also bred for its beautiful flowers, the color spectrum of which ranges from orange to yellow and white. Here its popularity spread very quickly. Among other things, because the prickly pear can easily be propagated yourself. For example about seeds.