Cylindropuntia tunicata, commonly referred to as sheathed cholla, is a cholla native to the Chihuahuan Desert of North America and parts of South America.

[2] Is also known as Brown-spined Hudson pear.

[3] C. tunicata is an invasive species affecting agriculture in Queensland, Australia.

[4] It has spines up to 7 cm long that cause painful injuries to people, livestock, working dogs, pets and damage tyres on vehicles.

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