Jumping Cactus, Chainfruit Cholla

Opuntia Fulgida

Overview

The Chainfruit Cholla (Opuntia fulgida) is an intriguing cactus with segmented stems that can reach a height of 4 to 15 feet. Its branches exhibit a cascading chain of hanging fruits year-round, giving it a distinctive appearance. The plant thrives under full sunlight and in well-draining soil. Handle with care due to its barbed spines that easily attach. Hardy to 10°F, it's a low-water-use plant perfect for xeriscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 9–10Climate Arid

Jumping Cactus, Chainfruit Cholla (Opuntia Fulgida) — Its branches exhibit a cascading chain of hanging fruits year-round, giving it a distinctive appearance

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cactaceae
Climate: Arid

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Jumping Cactus, Chainfruit Cholla (Opuntia Fulgida) — Hardy to 10°F, it's a low-water-use plant perfect for xeriscapes, image 25

Jumping Cactus, Chainfruit Cholla (Opuntia Fulgida) — Handle with care due to its barbed spines that easily attach; it propagates easily from stem cuttings

Jumping Cactus, Chainfruit Cholla (Opuntia Fulgida) — is a highly distinctive cactus native to the Sonoran Desert region; it propagates easily from stem

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