Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
parryi
ID:
633085

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm.) F.M.Knuth

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Kaktus-ABC: 124. 1935.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632417

Common Names

  • Cylindropuntia parryi
  • Parry's cholla
  • Parry's beavertail cactus

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Synonyms

  • Opuntia parryi Engelm. [unknown]
  • Opuntia serpentina Engelm. [unknown]
  • Opuntia parryi serpentina (Engelm.) L.D.Benson [unknown]

Description

Cylindropuntia parryi (also called Parry's cholla, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Sonoran Desert in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It is a low-growing, sprawling cactus with cylindrical stems that can reach up to 8 feet (2.4 m) in length. It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, often in association with creosote bush and other desert shrubs.

Uses & Benefits

Cylindropuntia parryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cylindropuntia parryi has yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cylindropuntia parryi is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11.

Where to Find Cylindropuntia parryi

Cylindropuntia parryi is native to the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico.

Cylindropuntia parryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cylindropuntia parryi?

Cylindropuntia parryi

What are the common names of Cylindropuntia parryi?

Common names include Chainfruit Cholla, Chain-Fruit Cholla, and Chain-Link Cactus

Where is Cylindropuntia parryi native to?

Cylindropuntia parryi is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Cylindropuntia genus

Cylindropuntia abyssi, Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa, Cylindropuntia alcahes, Cylindropuntia anteojoensis, Cylindropuntia antoniae, Cylindropuntia arbuscula, Cylindropuntia bigelovii, Cylindropuntia californica, Cylindropuntia calmalliana, Cylindropuntia campii, Cylindropuntia caribaea, Cylindropuntia cholla, Cylindropuntia ciribe, Cylindropuntia davisii, Cylindropuntia delgadilloana, Cylindropuntia densiaculeata, Cylindropuntia deserta, Cylindropuntia echinocarpa, Cylindropuntia fosbergii, Cylindropuntia fulgida, Cylindropuntia ganderi, Cylindropuntia grantiorum, Cylindropuntia hystrix, Cylindropuntia imbricata, Cylindropuntia kelvinensis, Cylindropuntia kleiniae, Cylindropuntia leptocaulis, Cylindropuntia media, Cylindropuntia molesta, Cylindropuntia multigeniculata, Cylindropuntia munzii, Cylindropuntia pallida, Cylindropuntia parryi, Cylindropuntia prolifera, Cylindropuntia ramosissima, Cylindropuntia tesajo, Cylindropuntia thurberi, Cylindropuntia tunicata, Cylindropuntia whipplei, Cylindropuntia wolfii, Cylindropuntia lindsayi, Cylindropuntia sanfelipensis, Cylindropuntia santamaria, Cylindropuntia viridiflora, Cylindropuntia bernardina, Cylindropuntia cedrosensis, Cylindropuntia chuckwallensis, Cylindropuntia libertadensis, Cylindropuntia waltoniorum, Cylindropuntia perrita,

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Frederik Marcus Knuth (1904-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Knuth' in the authors string.