Caiden Shulfer Photography

The Cholla Cactus - Known for it's multi-purposes. The living plants serve as food for desert livestock, and cholla wood, a hollow cylinder with regularly spaced holes, is used for fuel and novelties. Some cholla fruit is actually edible.

At least two species—cane cholla (Cylindropuntia imbricata) and Whipple’s cholla (C. whipplei)—are hardy to −18 °C (0 °F) or below

Still staying busy ✔️ It was a pleasure to capture their bright, warm day on Washington Island. 🥂Millers