Since the cactus is a plant, it does flower. The fruits that are produced after the cacti flowers contains seeds. Seeds are usually dispersed by birds who consume the fruit.
Prickly Pear Cactus fruit
it makes fruits from flowers that have seeds in them.
The prickly pear cactus propagates and spreads in its natural environment through a process called vegetative reproduction. This occurs when a segment of the cactus pad breaks off and falls to the ground, where it can take root and grow into a new plant. Additionally, the cactus produces flowers that are pollinated by insects, leading to the development of fruits containing seeds that can be dispersed by animals or wind, helping the cactus spread to new areas.
No, cactus Pears aren't fruits. The term refers to the spiny pads of the prickly pear cactus [Opuntia spp]. The pads may be prepared and served as vegetables. It's the plant's berries that are the plant's fruits.
Yes, prickly pear fruits develop on a number of cactus plants and are edible.
Definitely Not!
No, cactus fruits aren't poisonous. The concern is flavorability, not poisonousness. Some of the fruits are more flavorful than others. Some fruits are more flavorful when they're a certain color. For example, in the range of colors from green to purple and red of the prickly pear cactus [Opuntia spp], the darker colored fruits are considered less tasty.
To effectively harvest prickly pear fruits without getting pricked by the thorns, wear thick gloves and use tongs or a fork to carefully pluck the fruits from the cactus. Be cautious and move slowly to avoid getting pricked.
The fruit of the barrel cactus [Ferocactus spp] are small berries. They show up in summer. Their appearance is preceded by the plant's large, bell or funnel shaped flowers that tend towards violet or yellow. A barrel cactus also may be found in the Echinocactus genus. This type of barrel cactus is characterized by open faced flowers that range from golden yellow to purple red. The blooms aren't followed by fruits. Instead, they're succeeded by papery seedpods.
The prickly pear (Opuntia) is one of the most widespread cactus species, found across North and South America, as well as in some parts of Europe, Africa, and Australia. It is known for its flat pads and colorful fruits, and has adapted well to a variety of climates and habitats.
Flowers help cactus plants survive in the desert by attracting pollinators. Because of pollination, the cactus plants may have fruits full of seeds. For example, the giant saguaro cactus [Carnegiea gigantea] depends upon bats for pollination of its huge, light colored bat blossoms.