Prickle Pear
Prickle pears are a fruit that know how to put up a fight. With a thick, leathery skin and covered sharp barbs, they're an 'acquired taste' to be sure. But those that put forth the (cautious) effort will find one of the sweetest fruits in the known universe hiding within.
Where to find
Tips
- Prickle pears are straightforward to farm and give a solid yield, making them a reliable crop choice.
- When paired with Dervish Slimes, prickle pears become one of the most profitable fruit/slime combos thanks to high-value Dervish Plorts.
Related foods
Why foods matter
In Slime Rancher 2, food plays a vital role in ranching, as feeding slimes the right diet produces valuable plorts and keeps them happy. Slime food is divided into three main categories: fruits, vegetables, and meat, with each slime species having specific preferences and even a favorite food that doubles plort production. Common options include Pogofruit, Carrots, and Hen Hens, while rare foods like Water Lettuce, Cuberries, Heart Beets, and Sea Hens are highly sought after for maximizing slime efficiency. Farming food in gardens and coops is essential for maintaining a steady supply, and strategic feeding ensures higher yields, better plort profits, and overall ranch stability. Mastering food collection, farming, and feeding is key to thriving on Rainbow Island.