familyCactaceae
subfamilyCactaceae subfam. Opuntioideae
genusCylindropuntia
speciesCylindropuntia californica
Cylindropuntia californica var. californica
Common names: Snake cholla
Illustrated
Synonyms: Opuntia parryi var. serpentina Opuntia serpentina Engelmann
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Shrubs, suberect to decumbent, to 1 m. Stem segments bearing oval tubercles usually 0.7–1.5 cm, larger on old stems. Spines subequal in length. 2n = 22.
Phenology: Flowering spring (Apr-early Jun).
Habitat: Coastal sage scrub, sandy soils
Elevation: 0-100 m
Distribution
Calif., Mexico (Baja California).
Discussion
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