Photo by Panayoti Kelaidis
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Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
Also Known As
- Buckhorn Cholla
- Yellow Flowered Cane Cactus
Plant type
shrub, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3'-15'
- W: 4'-15'
planting zones
- 9b-10b
Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa plant details
Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In spring purple, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 15 FT - wide, 3 FT - 15 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple, red and yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
- USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
By: Panayoti Kelaidis
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By: Panayoti Kelaidis
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How to Grow Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
- purple
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-4'
- sun
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional
- dry in winter
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