Opuntia lindheimeri (Cow Tongue Prickly Pear Cactus)

Opuntia lindheimeri, commonly known as Cow Tongue Prickly Pear Cactus, is a species of cactus native to Texas and other parts of the southwestern United States. It is characterized by its flat, thick pads that resemble the shape of a cow's tongue. The cactus is covered in spines and produces bright yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in arid and rocky landscapes.