Distribution: Occurring east of the Cascades crest in south-central Washington, where likely intentionally introduced; California to Kansas, south to Texas.
Habitat: Rocky, disturbed areas.
Flowers: June-August
Origin: Introduced from southeastern U.S.
Growth Duration: Perennial
Conservation Status: Not of concern
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PNW Herbaria: Specimen records of Opuntia phaeacantha in the Consortium of Pacific Northwest Herbaria database
WA Flora Checklist: Opuntia phaeacantha checklist entry
OregonFlora: Opuntia phaeacantha information
E-Flora BC: Opuntia phaeacantha atlas page
CalPhotos: Opuntia phaeacantha photos