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Cylindropuntia leptocaulis

Also Known As

  • Christmas Cholla
  • Desert Christmas Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Cylindropuntia leptocaulis plant details

Cylindropuntia leptocaulis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and rocky soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cylindropuntia leptocaulis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cylindropuntia leptocaulis

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and rocky

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A cholla cactus from the American and Mexican deserts with 1" wide yellow flowers and bright red fruit that often adorns the plant throughout the winter. The stems are mid green with one 2" long golden brown spine on each stem bump. Potentially hardy to zone 6. Requires sharp drainage and protection from rain.
Full Sun. Outdoor. Small Yellow Flowers. Red fruits.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Cylindropuntia leptocaulis plant

How to Grow Cylindropuntia leptocaulis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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