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Grusoniaemoryi

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Family
Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Grusonia (gru-SON-ee-uh)
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Species
emoryi (EM-or-ee)
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Synonym
Cactus stanlyi
Opuntia emoryi
Opuntia stanlyi
Corynopuntia stanlyi
Opuntia emoryi var. stanlyi
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From woody stem cuttings
Allow cut surface to callous over before planting
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Chandler, Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona

Tucson, Arizona

Ontario, California

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southmojave
Ontario, CA | October 2005 | positive

There are at least two color varieties: the usual yellow and cream-colored with pink midstripes. I have not seen the latter variety listed anywhere!

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Xenomorf
Phoenix, AZ (Zone 9b) | October 2004 | neutral

Another common is 'Wright's Club Cholla'.
Other synonyms are Grusonia stanlyi & Opuntia emoryi

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