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Loughmiller, Campbell and Lynn
Grusonia grahamii (Engelm.) H. Robinson
Graham dog cactus, Graham's pricklypear
Cactaceae (Cactus Family)
USDA Symbol: GRGR6
USDA Native Status: Native to U.S.
The Graham dog cactus often forms low mounds with many branches. The last joint on the branches is erect and widest near the top, about 2 inches long or less. It has rough, wartlike structures on the joints, giving the plant a rough, dull appearance, an unlikely place to find the attractive yellow flowers it produces. The flowers open in the early afternoon. The joints of this plant, like those of other chollas, break off easily and hang on to anything that barely touches them (248).
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Pink , YellowBloom Time: May , Jun
Growing Conditions
Water Use: LowLight Requirement: Sun
Soil Moisture: Dry
Heat Tolerant: yes
Value to Beneficial Insects
Special Value to Native BeesThis information was provided by the Pollinator Program at The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.
Bibliography
Bibref 248 - Texas Wildflowers: A Field Guide (1984) Loughmiller, C. & L. LoughmillerSearch More Titles in Bibliography
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Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff
