Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstruosa
Also Known As
- Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstrosa
- Boxing Glove Cholla
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstruosa plant details
Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstruosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstruosa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstruosa
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Gardening facts about Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstruosa plant
How to Grow Cylindropuntia fulgida f. monstruosa
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
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