Cylindropuntia bigelovii
Shrubby to tree-like, usually about 5’ in height.
Pale green jointed stems/branches.
Joints easily break off to form ‘Cholla balls’.
Detached cholla balls root quickly to form new plants.
Flowers 1”-1.5” wide, greenish yellow, Feb-May.
Spines golden, getting black with age, 1” long.
Favorite nesting site for Cactus wrens (AZ state bird).
Named for appearance of having fuzzy arms and legs.
Also called Jumping Cholla.