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
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.