Need help identifying

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  1. davemartinatx

    davemartinatx Member

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    I took this photo on Mt. Bonnell in Austin, TX. I'd never seen a succulent like this one before. I want to be able to tag the photo correctly.

    Any thing helps.

    Thanks.

    Dave
     

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  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Might be a Rhipsalis species?

    Peculiar the way it is sending out shoots from what I presume are the fruit (the red segments).
     
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  3. Cereusly Steve

    Cereusly Steve Active Member

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    Cylindropuntia leptocaulis, commonly called the "Pencil Cholla". It a very common weedy species in your area.

    Be careful. Those short branches are easily detached and can get on clothing.

    No Rhipsalis grow wild in Texas.
     
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