Cylindropuntia

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Cylindropuntia

Description Cylindropuntia is a genus of cacti native to the Americas, ranging from the southwestern United States to northern Mexico. These cacti are known for their cylindrical, jointed stems and sharp spines. The name “Cylindropuntia” comes from the Greek words “kylindros” meaning “cylinder” and “pontos” meaning “point.” The stems of these cacti can range from green to gray to brown…