Prickly Pear
A spiky cactus fruit crop with solid multi-harvest yields.
Overview
The Prickly Pear is a Mythical multi-harvest crop from the Summer Harvest Update, obtainable from the Summer Seed Merchant with a 0.75% stock chance.
Best Usage Strategy
Plant with Godly Sprinklers for Celestial mutations. Pair with Toucan for tropical boosts.
Technical Details
Type
Multi-Harvest
Rarity
MythicalObtainable
Yes
Growth Category
Standard Value
Appearance
The Prickly Pear resembles the real-life opuntia cactus. The base of the plant grows up and curves slightly before splitting into a few branches/segments. The segments are paddle-shaped and covered with spines. The fruit grows along the edge of the segments.
The fruit is red with white spines dispersed along the surface.
The seed is nearly identical to the fruit, only being distinguishable by shape.
Compatible Mutations
Wet
2x multiplier - Rain weather bonus
Pollinated
Value boost - Granted by Bee pets
Shocked
100x multiplier - Triggered by lightning strikes
Celestial
125x multiplier - Occurs during Meteor Shower events
Rainbow
50x multiplier - Created by Butterfly pets
Farming Tips
Best Strategy
Harvest fruit regularly while keeping the plant alive for maximum efficiency.
Recommended Pets
Honey Bee for Pollinated mutation. Butterfly for Rainbow mutation. Triceratops for growth acceleration.
Profitability
Good for beginners - reliable starter crop