Jumping cholla

Cylindropuntia prolifera

Schedule 2 Restricted Matter

Biosecurity Queensland must be contacted within 24 hours of sighting, call: 13 25 23.

family

Cactaceae

origin

Native

declaration

Category 2, 3, 4, 5 Restricted Matter (Biosecurity Act 2014)

Category 2, 3, 4, 5 Restricted Matter (Biosecurity Act 2014)

Cat 2 Must be reported to Biosecurity inspector or authorised person. Cat 3 Must not be distributed, Cat4 Must not be moved Cat 5 Must not be possessed or kept under your control.

Common names

Tree cactus, Walkingstick cholla, Cane cactus.

Biosecurity Queensland must be notified within 24 hours Ph. 13 25 23, Biosecurity Queensland Must attend site before any control measure is administered, advise will be provided to the land holder at this time

Leaf arrangement:Needle-reduced
Leaf form:Whorled
Purple
Green
Grey

Impact

Impact

Sharp spines threaten native animals, bushwalkers and farm animals with the spines capable of penetrating boots and tyres.

Location

Location

Characteristics

Characteristics

Similar Species

Similar Species

Control Methods