species 5,395 observations

Strawberry Hedgehog Cactus

Echinocereus stramineus

Field notes

Echinocereus stramineus is a species of cactus, with stramineus meaning made of straw. There are various common names such as strawberry cactus, porcupine hedgehog cactus, straw-color hedgehog, and pitaya. The straw-colored spines distinguishes this particular plant from other Echinocereus. The aged spines may turn white in color and are very fragile.

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1 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Dyotopasta yumaella 1

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Deer resistant: Yes
Plant type: Perennial Shrub

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and USDA PLANTS.