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Pencil Cholla

Scientific Name: Cylindropuntia tesajo (Engelm. ex J.M. Coult.) F.M. Knuth
Synonym: Opuntia cineracea, Opuntia tesajo
Family: Cactaceae

Cylindropuntia tesajo

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Mexico (Baja California)

Growth Habits: Spreading cactus, up to 12 inches tall (20 cm)

Watering Needs: Little water

Propagation: Cuttings

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