Cylindropuntia chuckwallensis

Cylindropuntia chuckwallensis is a member of the Cactaceae family, which includes cacti. It is part of the genus Cylindropuntia, a group of cacti characterized by cylindrical stems and spines. This species is endemic to California, where it grows in its natural habitat. The species was formally described and published in 2014 by M.A. Baker and Cloud-H., contributing to the understanding of cactus diversity in the region.