Silver Cholla
Cylindropuntia Echinocarpa
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 9–10Type CactusClimate Arid
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Cactus
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Climate
- Arid
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