SILVER CHOLLA

Cylindropuntia echinocarpa (=Opuntia)

Cylindropuntia echinocarpa is a species of cactus known by the common names silver cholla, golden cholla, and Wiggins' cholla. It was formerly named Opuntia echinocarpa.

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GARDENING BASICS

Type: Cacti

Hardiness: 25˚F

Water: Very low

Sun Exposure: Full sun

GROWTH

Growth Rate: Moderate

Average Size: 3’ H × 4’ W

Coverage: 13 ft.

FOLIAGE

Foliage Type: Evergreen

Foliage Color: Greyish and yellowish with spines

FLOWERS & FRUITS

Flower Color: Light green to yellowish green

Flower Season: Spring through Summer

Fruit: Densely spiny, tan

MORE COMMENTS

Thorns: Yes

Allergies: Unknown