Cylindropuntia is a genus of cacti (family Cactaceae), containing species commonly known as chollas (/ ˈtʃɔɪəz /), native to northern Mexico and the Southwestern United States. They are known for their barbed spines that tenaciously attach to skin, fur, and clothing. Stands of cholla are called cholla gardens.

Feb 5, 2024 · There are more than 20 species of cholla cactus, including barrel cactus (Ferocactus cylindraceus), buckhorn cholla (Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa), chain-fruit cholla (Cylindropuntia fulgida), and Christmas cholla (Cylindropuntia leptocaulis).

Cylindropuntia fulgida, the jumping cholla, also known as the hanging chain cholla, is a cholla cactus native to Sonora and the Southwestern United States. [1]

cholla, (genus Cylindropuntia), genus of about 35 species of cylindroid-jointed cacti (family Cactaceae) native to North and South America and the West Indies. The living plants serve as …

Feb 16, 2024 · Native to North America and West Indies, the Cholla cactus is a family of cylindroid thorny desert plants under the genus Cylindropuntia. There are between 20 and 35 species of Cholla cactus 1, which serves as food for desert animals and a source of cooking fuel.

Cholla cactus represent more than 20 species of the Opuntia genus (Family Cactacea) in the North American deserts. Cholla is a term applied to various shrubby cacti of this genus with cylindrical stems composed of segmented joints.

The Cholla Cactus, including the infamous Jumping Cholla and the deceptively soft Teddy Bear Cholla, is a resilient desert plant known for its barbed, easily-detachable spines and ability to thrive in harsh, arid environments.

Apr 24, 2022 · Cholla is a jointed cactus in the Opuntia family, which includes prickly pears. In spite of the barbs, the plant makes an excellent addition to a southwest style garden. In this article, you'll find tips on how to grow a Cholla cactus plant.

Sep 12, 2023 · Cylindropuntia imbricata, also known as the tree cholla or diamond cholla, is a tree-like cactus that can reach heights of up to 15 feet. It features cylindrical stems with overlapping scales that resemble the pattern of reptile skin.

Cholla cactus are native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, including the Mexican state of Baja California, and the West Indies. They share a number of characteristics — seriously barbed spines, papery epidermal sheaths on …