Cylindropuntia Species, Coastal Cholla, Jumping Cholla
Cylindropuntia prolifera
Family: | Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee) (Info) |
Genus: | Cylindropuntia (sil-in-drop-UN-shee-uh) (Info) |
Species: | prolifera (pro-LEEF-er-uh) (Info) |
Synonym: | Opuntia prolifera |
Category:
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Foliage:
Deciduous
Foliage Color:
Height:
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Spacing:
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Where to Grow:
Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
Rose/Mauve
Magenta (pink-purple)
Bloom Characteristics:
Bloom Size:
Bloom Time:
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information:
Non-patented
Propagation Methods:
From woody stem cuttings
From softwood cuttings
Allow cut surface to callous over before planting
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Glendale, Arizona
Hereford, Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
San Diego, California
Valley Center, California
Ventura, California
show allGardeners' Notes:
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Negative | On Nov 5, 2019, donna0419 from Irvine, CA wrote: I fell upon a small Coastal Cholla cactus plant on July 16, 2015 and have been suffering from skin lesions since. I don't understand why anyone would want this plant? Many countries have deemed it to be a dangerous weed and must be reported if seen to be destroyed. I understand completely why we should also do the same. I would post pictures of my arms and legs to prove my point, but can't see how to do that on this blog. If anyone has ever experienced a similar reaction to this plant please feel free to contact me at d[email protected] Thanks, Donna |
Positive | On Apr 29, 2015, Kell from (Zone 9b) wrote: Per Jan Emming owner of the Destination:Forever Ranch and Gardens, a 40 acre desert botanical garden and sustainable living homestead in the Arizona desert with a nursery: |
Neutral | On Jul 18, 2010, Baja_Costero from Baja California, Resident of coastal northwestern Baja California. Plant grows mostly sideways, somewhat upward, in a shrub-like fashion. Lots of branching, short stems. Not so much organized around a main stem. Seems to spread efficiently by "jumping". |