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Tree Cholla

Cylindropuntia imbricata

Walking Stick Cholla, Cane Cactus

About This Plant

Full sun. An evergreen, woody-trunked tree cactus with thick spiny stems and abundant magenta-colored flowers. It makes a strong focal point in a cactus garden. Tree cholla can be found at nurseries, but is also common as a pass-along plant, as it is very easy to grow. (If cuttings are used, allow them to callous over before re-planting.)

Origins: Southwestern U.S. and Mexico; a Texas native

Maintenance

None required, but be prepared for occasional shaping if grown as a tree; it needs excellent drainage and plenty of room. The litter is spiny.

A tree-sized pencil cactus, flowering in spring.

Min. Height: 4

Max Height: 10 feet

Min. Width: 3

Max Width: 6 feet

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