Cholla Tree DescriptionBotanical Name: Opuntia imbricataNative to arid parts of North America. Many branched cylindrical stems that are armed with clusters of up to 10 pink or white, barbed, sharp spines, 1 1/4" long. Shrubby when young maturing to a tree form, with a woody trunk. Cholla reproduces when stem joints fall to the ground and take root. Green fruits mature to bright yellow and persist into winter. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Cacti SucculentsName: Cholla TreePlant Type: CactiFlower: Deep pink, magenta, 2 1/2" wideMature Size: 6'- 8' x 10'Water: Very lowExposure:: Full sunSoil Type: Loam; rocky; sand; akaline; well drainedPlanting Time: Any season CommentsComments: Use tongs when handling plants.