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Thistle Cholla

Cylindropuntia tunicata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Cactaceae ›Genus: Cylindropuntia

About

Cylindropuntia tunicata, commonly referred to as sheathed cholla, is a cholla native to the Chihuahuan Desert of North America and parts of South America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Thistle Cholla?
The scientific name of Thistle Cholla is Cylindropuntia tunicata.
What is the conservation status of Thistle Cholla?
The Thistle Cholla has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Thistle Cholla belong to?
Thistle Cholla belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Thistle Cholla belong to?
Thistle Cholla belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Thistle Cholla belong to?
Thistle Cholla belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Thistle Cholla belong to?
Thistle Cholla belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Thistle Cholla belong to?
Thistle Cholla belongs to the family Cactaceae.
What genus does Thistle Cholla belong to?
Thistle Cholla belongs to the genus Cylindropuntia.