“Cylindropuntia” GenusCactiCylindropuntia is native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. Its name simply means cylindrical “opuntia” meaning stems. Formerly, this genus was known to be a subgenus of “Opuntia”. Cylindropuntia became a separate genus due to its cylindrical stems. In terms of physical appearance, this genus has barbed spines that strongly stick to skin or clothing. In broad daylight or even during the night, Cylindropuntia plants appear to be glowing due to their silver-to-gold body color. Currently, it has thirty-five subspecies.Cylindropuntia Plants On Succulent CityCylindropuntia Imbricata (The Cane Cholla)The Desert Christmas Cactus ‘Cylindropuntia Leptocaulis’Cylindropuntia Acanthocarpa (Buckhorn Cholla)The Spiny Cholla ‘Cylindropuntia Spinosior’Jumping Cholla Cactus (Cylindropuntia Fulgida)Like this:Like Loading...RelatedTweetPinShare0 Shares ABOUT ME Richard Miller Salute everyone. It's Richard, the author of this Succulent & Xeriscaping blog. I am a traveler and a nature lover looking for a connection with the wild green. In my journey, I found a love for succulents and xeriscaping. What attracts me is the long-lasting & unique beauty of every plant I have the chance to see with my own eyes. Welcome to my little blog and let's enjoy a good time together! Contact me: richard.succulentcity@gmail.comLeave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment *Name * Email * Website ΔThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.Connect with us on social!Pinterest Instagram YouTube Facebook
