Cylindropuntia californica var. californica

Shrubs, suberect to decumbent, to 1 m. Stem segments bearing oval tubercles usually 0.7-1.5 cm, larger on old stems. Spines subequal in length. 2n = 22.

Flowering spring (Apr-early Jun). Coastal sage scrub, sandy soils; 0-100 m; Calif.; Mexico (Baja California).