Cylindropuntia ramosissima
Diamond Cholla
Description
Cactus can grow up to 3 feet tall and wide. Close up of the plant will display a diamond shaped pattern on the stem. Flowers are small and yellow-green to faded red.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.