Teddy Bear Cholla
Cylindropuntia Bigelovii
Overview
Opuntia bigelovii, or Teddy Bear Cholla, is a striking desert cactus, reaching up to 5 feet tall. It's known for its dense, velvety-appearing spines that can detach easily and painfully adhere to anything that touches them. They require full sun and well-draining soils, thriving in USDA zones 9-11. This low-maintenance plant adds unique texture to xeriscapes but should be placed away from high-traffic areas due to its spiny nature.
Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Type Cactus, SucculentClimate Arid
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Cactus, Succulent
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Climate
- Arid
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