Chain-Fruit Cholla, Choya

Scientific Name: Cylindropuntia Fulgida
Common Name: Chain-Fruit Cholla, Choya
References: Felger, R.S., S. Rutman, J. Malusa, and M.A. Baker. 2014. Ajo Peak to Tinajas Altas: Flora of Southwestern Arizona: Part 7. Eudicots: Cactaceae - Cactus Family. Phytoneuron 2014-69, 1-95
References Url: https://www.cabezaprieta.org/flora_research/69PhytoN-SWArizCacti.pdf#page=24
Habitat: Bajadas
Life Form: Cactus, tall arborescent
Leaf Description: Leafless
Flower Color: Pink or magenta
Flowering Period: June to Aug.
Spines: Long straight spines with sheaths
Rarity: Abundant, widespread
Family: Cactaceae (cactus family)