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Green Pitaya

Echinocereus viridiflorus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Echinocereus triglochidiatus
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Chisos Mountain Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus chisosensis
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green Pitaya?
The scientific name of Green Pitaya is Echinocereus viridiflorus. It belongs to the genus Echinocereus.
What is the conservation status of Green Pitaya?
Green Pitaya (Echinocereus viridiflorus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Green Pitaya belong to?
Green Pitaya (Echinocereus viridiflorus) belongs to the genus Echinocereus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.
Is Green Pitaya endangered?
No, Green Pitaya (Echinocereus viridiflorus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Green Pitaya belong to?
Green Pitaya (Echinocereus viridiflorus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Green Pitaya?
The closest relatives of Green Pitaya in the genus Echinocereus include Arizona Hedgehog Cactus, bundle hedgehog, Brownspine Hedgehog Cactus, Claretcup Hedgehog, Chisos Mountain Hedgehog Cactus.

Genus Echinocereus — 20 Species

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Arizona Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus arizonicus
LC 🐾
bundle hedgehog
Echinocereus fasciculatus
LC 🐾
Brownspine Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus russanthus
LC 🐾
Claretcup Hedgehog
Echinocereus triglochidiatus
LC 🐾
Chisos Mountain Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus chisosensis
EN 🐾
Pitaya
Echinocereus enneacanthus
LC 🐾
Mojave Mound Cactus
Echinocereus polyacanthus
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Isla San Pedro Cactus
Echinocereus websterianus
NT 🐾
San Esteban hedgehog
Echinocereus grandis
LC 🐾
Devil-thorn
Echinocereus pseudopectinatus
LC 🐾
Leding's hedgehog cactus
Echinocereus ledingii
LC 🐾
Nichol's Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus nicholii
LC 🐾
Scarlet Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus coccineus
LC 🐾
Lamb's Tail Cactus
Echinocereus schmollii
EN
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Green Pitaya
Echinocereus viridiflorus
LC
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Allicoche Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus papillosus
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Dahlia Apple Cactus
Echinocereus poselgeri
LC 🐾
Engelmann's Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus engelmannii
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Spiny Hedgehog Cactus
Echinocereus dasyacanthus
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Rainbow Cactus
Echinocereus pectinatus
LC
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