Cylindropuntia-Bigelovii: profile teddy bear cholla
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Cylindropuntia bigelovii (teddy bear cholla) is widespread throughout Sonoran Desert - Arizona, California, Northern Baja California, and Sonora, Mexico. Its dense golden spines glow in sun but attach to skin easily.
Start here:
- 1. Propagates by segments that detach at slightest touch (jumping cholla)
- 2. Older spines form chocolate-brown thatch along trunk
profile teddy bear cholla for Cylindropuntia-Bigelovii
Cylindropuntia bigelovii (teddy bear cholla) is widespread throughout Sonoran Desert - Arizona, California, Northern Baja California, and Sonora, Mexico. Its dense golden spines glow in sun but attach to skin easily.
How to handle profile teddy bear cholla on Cylindropuntia-Bigelovii
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Propagates by segments that detach at slightest touch (jumping cholla)
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Older spines form chocolate-brown thatch along trunk
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Spectacular in nature, little used in gardens
Ongoing Cylindropuntia-Bigelovii notes
Handle with tongs and heavy leather gloves. Use tweezers or wide-toothed comb to dislodge stuck segments.