Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) semi-evergreen Anthemurgus passiflorae DISTRIBUTION MAPS

Anthemurgus passiflorae DISTRIBUTION MAPS

If winter is particularly mild and it does not die to the ground

Foliage emerges bluish-green but rapidly turns burgundy-red

including poor drainage

rounded growth habit and typically grows to 4-6 ft tall

Cylindropuntia imbricata (Cholla) semi-evergreen Anthemurgus passiflorae DISTRIBUTION MAPSAlso known as Tree Cholla, Walking Stick Cholla. Cholla produces thick branches, bearing short white or light brown spines, with most stems high above the ground, supported by a strong central trunk. The violet flowers are followed by orange fruits that stay attached to the plant for many months. Cholla provides nesting sites especially for Cactus Wrens and Gila Woodpeckers. Cholla is low maintenance, drought tolerant and provides winter interest.