Cholla Cactus helps us leap to a new perspective when we struggle with an issue and insist upon defining it in such a way as to block its resolution. Cholla cactus is frequently associated with breaking free of unwanted patterns and embracing new beginnings. It is a symbol of liberation from the past and the…
The cholla cactus (Cylindropuntia fulgida var. mammillata) is a plant of the opuntia family. The species name is Opuntia fulgida. This plant has many uses and medicinal properties. It has been used as a food and medicine by several Native American tribes. It was also used for making fences, toys, and utensils. The fruit of…
The fruit of the cholla cactus is also known as chollas, jumping cactus, and tasajillo. They ripen in late September. The fruit is mature when they turn red on the outside (usually). They will usually turn orange on the inside at this time. Chollas can be made into syrups, preserves, and jellies just like most…
Which Animals Eat Choya Cactus? It must be said that the mouth of these desert animals is equipped with keratinized papillae which strengthen the mouth against external aggressions, such as thorns. Some other animals naturally have this protein (like the rhinoceros) which allows them to eat branches without hurting themselves. Cholla is a very tough…
The cactus-wren is a bird that is found in semi-desert and arid regions , and usually requires thorny cacti for nesting. Cactus wrens live in deserts and are found in and around the cacti forests region. The sharp and slender spines found in numerous varieties of cholla cacti are its favorites, because the woody inside…
I, a cacti blogger, have conversations with many people seeking suggestions on how they can maintain their plants. However, every now and then one must know how to get rid of the cactus plant because their yard is inundated. It makes me look at the world from a different angle and how everything has a…
What is Cholla Cactus (Cylindropuntia) Cholla is a cactus that belongs to the Opuntia family that includes the prickly pears. The plant is characterized by its spines that have the characteristic of becoming stuck inside the skin. Painful spikes are surrounded by a sheath-like material that can be extremely vibrant and attractive. In terms of…
Last year, I was hiking in the mountains and my dearest puppy was with me. Unfortunately, it was stuck with cholla cactus spines. It started barking and kicking its legs on the earth due to extreme pain. I was totally puzzled about what to do? Asking myself: Is cholla poisonous to dogs? The Cholla Cactus…
Only the victim knows how painful it is to be pinched by cholla cactus barbs. Recently, I was riding a bicycle and suddenly, I slipped off the road to a cholla cactus field. I felt like I was in hell for a moment. Please give me a chance to share my horrible experience’ wisdom with…