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Karoo Pincushion

Leucospermum saxatile

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (Pflanzen)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Magnoliopsida (Dicots)
Order
Proteales (Silberbaumartige)
Family
Proteaceae
Genus
Leucospermum
Species
Leucospermum saxatile (Karoo Pincushion)

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Catherine-wheel Pincushion
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Cederberg Pincushion
Leucospermum spathulatum
Least Concern
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Common Pincushion
Leucospermum cuneiforme
Least Concern
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Pincushion
Leucospermum rodolentum
Near Threatened
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Chimanimani Pincushion
Leucospermum saxosum
Least Concern
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Soapstone Pincushion
Leucospermum gerrardii
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Swartberg Pincushion
Leucospermum wittebergense
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Karoo Pincushion?
The scientific name of Karoo Pincushion is Leucospermum saxatile. It belongs to the genus Leucospermum.
What is the conservation status of Karoo Pincushion?
Karoo Pincushion (Leucospermum saxatile) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Karoo Pincushion belong to?
Karoo Pincushion (Leucospermum saxatile) belongs to the genus Leucospermum, which is part of the taxonomic family Proteaceae.
Is Karoo Pincushion endangered?
Yes, Karoo Pincushion (Leucospermum saxatile) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Karoo Pincushion belong to?
Karoo Pincushion (Leucospermum saxatile) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Karoo Pincushion?
The closest relatives of Karoo Pincushion in the genus Leucospermum include Catherine-wheel Pincushion, Cederberg Pincushion, Common Pincushion, Pincushion, Chimanimani Pincushion.

Genus Leucospermum — 20 Species

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Catherine-wheel Pincushion
Leucospermum catherinae
VU 🐾
Cederberg Pincushion
Leucospermum spathulatum
LC 🐾
Common Pincushion
Leucospermum cuneiforme
LC 🐾
Pincushion
Leucospermum rodolentum
NT 🐾
Chimanimani Pincushion
Leucospermum saxosum
LC 🐾
Soapstone Pincushion
Leucospermum gerrardii
EN 🐾
Swartberg Pincushion
Leucospermum wittebergense
LC 🐾
Heart-leaf Pincushion
Leucospermum cordatum
EN 🐾
White-trailing Pincushion
Leucospermum pedunculatum
NT 🐾
False Tree Pincushion
Leucospermum patersonii
NT 🐾
Gordon's Bay Pincushion
Leucospermum bolusii
VU 🐾
Langeberg Pincushion
Leucospermum mundii
VU 🐾
McGregor Pincushion
Leucospermum harpagonatum
CR 🐾
Outeniqua Pincushion
Leucospermum glabrum
EN 🐾
Piketberg Pincushion
Leucospermum profugum
VU 🐾
Pondoland Pincushion
Leucospermum innovans
EN 🐾
Redelinghuys Pincushion
Leucospermum arenarium
CR 🐾
Robinson Pincushion
Leucospermum pluridens
NT 🐾
Ruitersbos Pincushion
Leucospermum hamatum
EN 🐾
Arid Pincushion
Leucospermum calligerum
LC
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