''Cylindropuntia tunicata'', commonly referred to as sheathed cholla, is a cholla native to the Chihuahuan Desert of North America and parts of South America. Is also known as Brown-spined Hudson pear.Brown-spined Hudson pear (Cylindropuntia tunicata)
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Distribution

As an agricultural weed

''C. tunicata'' is an invasive species affecting agriculture in Queensland,

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. 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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