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Tree Cholla

Cylindropuntia imbricata, Cactaceae

Zones
5–10
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Smooth MesquiteProsopis laevigata
Nurse PlantWind Protection
Catclaw AcaciaAcacia greggii
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Sweet AcaciaAcacia farnesiana
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Forbes' CereusCereus forbesii

Both cacti compete for limited water storage and similar growing conditions in desert environments

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionLiving FenceErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

FruitsFlower BudsPads

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound HealingDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Tree Cholla grow in?

Tree Cholla grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Tree Cholla?

Good companions for Tree Cholla include Smooth Mesquite, Catclaw Acacia, Sweet Acacia.

Design guilds with Tree Cholla and see companion relationships visually.

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