Siler's Pincushion Cactus

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Nelkenartige)

Family

Cactaceae

Genus

Pediocactus

Species

Pediocactus sileri (Siler's Pincushion Cactus)

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Brady's Hedgehog Cactus

Pediocactus bradyi

Near Threatened

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Knowlton's Cactus

Pediocactus knowltonii

Critically Endangered

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Navajo Pincushion Cactus

Pediocactus peeblesianus

Least Concern

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Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus

Pediocactus simpsonii

Least Concern

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Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus

Pediocactus nigrispinus

Least Concern

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Kaibab Pediocactus

Pediocactus paradinei

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Siler's Pincushion Cactus?

The scientific name of Siler's Pincushion Cactus is Pediocactus sileri. It belongs to the genus Pediocactus.

What is the conservation status of Siler's Pincushion Cactus?

Siler's Pincushion Cactus (Pediocactus sileri) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Siler's Pincushion Cactus belong to?

Siler's Pincushion Cactus (Pediocactus sileri) belongs to the genus Pediocactus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is Siler's Pincushion Cactus endangered?

No, Siler's Pincushion Cactus (Pediocactus sileri) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Siler's Pincushion Cactus belong to?

Siler's Pincushion Cactus (Pediocactus sileri) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Siler's Pincushion Cactus?

The closest relatives of Siler's Pincushion Cactus in the genus Pediocactus include Brady's Hedgehog Cactus, Knowlton's Cactus, Navajo Pincushion Cactus, Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus, Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus.