Stems flatten and turn woody as Brasilopuntia matures. Published September 10, 2012 at 1931 × 2998 in Orchids and Succulents in the September Garden. The obovate segment on the bottom is this plant’s original stem. About these ads Share this post via social media!FacebookTwitterPinterestGoogle +1EmailPrintMoreStumbleUponDiggTumblrRedditLinkedInLike this:Like Loading...