Prickly Pear Cactus In The Sierra De Hornachuelos, Spain Stock Photography

The prickly pear cactus or Opuntia in the Sierra de Hornachuelos thrives in the regions Mediterranean climate, adapting to the dry, rocky terrain with its water-storing pads. Its vibrant yellow flowers bloom in spring, later producing red or purple fruits that provide food for local wildlife. As a hardy and resilient species, it plays a role in soil stabilization while adding to the biodiversity of the parks rugged landscape.