Silver Cholla

Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa

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Overview

Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia echinocarpa) is a striking desert cactus reaching 3-5 ft in height. Its silver-white spines glisten, covering gray-green branch segments. Small yellow-green flowers bloom in late spring. Adapted to arid conditions, it requires minimal water and thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, this cactus adds a textural accent to xeriscapes and rock gardens. Exercise caution: spines are sharp.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Climate Arid

Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa) — Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia echinocarpa) is a striking desert cactus reaching 3-5 ft in height

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cactaceae
Climate: Arid

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Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa) — Zones 9 through 11 are ideal for this spine-laden specimen; it is highly tolerant of drought conditions once

Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa) — cactus for full; which needs winter temperatures not dropping below 20-25°F to maintain its structural

Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa) — Its silver-white spines glisten, covering gray-green branch segments; its growth form is typically, image 52

Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa) — Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia echinocarpa) is a striking desert cactus reaching 3-5 ft in height, image 51

Silver Cholla (Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa) — Small yellow-green flowers bloom in late spring; sandy or gravelly soil and requires full sun exposure, image 53

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