Cylindropuntia ramosissima

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Diamond Cholla

  
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Information by: GardenSoft        Photographer: Andrea Baker SNWA

 

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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Cactus

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

n/a

 

Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

n/a

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.