Wolf's opuntia

Cylindropuntia wolfii is a member of the Cactaceae family, which includes a wide variety of cacti species. It is found in regions of Middle America, North America, California, and the Mexican Northwest. The species was named and published in 2001 by M.A. Baker, based on earlier work by L.D. Benson. It is known by the common name Wolf's opuntia in English. This cactus is part of the genus Cylindropuntia, which is characterized by its cylindrical stems and spiny appearance. Its distribution reflects a broader ecological presence across arid and semi-arid environments in the specified regions.