Buckhorn Cholla
Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa, Cactaceae
Zones
8–11
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow
Guild Roles
ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Low (seedling)
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Berlandier's WolfberryLycium berlandieri
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
Thick-horned WattleAcacia pachycerasNitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Wheel CactusOpuntia robustaPollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Flexible MesquiteProsopis flexuosaNitrogen FixationNurse PlantWind Protection
Etcho CactusStenocereus beneckeiPhysical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
Fruit ProductionLiving FenceWater CollectionWildlife Habitat
Edible Parts
FruitsFlower BudsYoung Pads
Medicinal Uses
Anti-InflammatoryWound Healing
Common Questions
What zones does Buckhorn Cholla grow in?
Buckhorn Cholla grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.
What are good companion plants for Buckhorn Cholla?
Good companions for Buckhorn Cholla include Berlandier's Wolfberry, Thick-horned Wattle, Wheel Cactus, Flexible Mesquite, Etcho Cactus.
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