Simpson's Hedgehog 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 simpsonii (Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus)

Similar Species in Pediocactus

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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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Siler's Pincushion Cactus

Pediocactus sileri

Least Concern

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Navajo Pincushion Cactus

Pediocactus peeblesianus

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 Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus?

The scientific name of Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus is Pediocactus simpsonii. It belongs to the genus Pediocactus.

What is the conservation status of Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus?

Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus (Pediocactus simpsonii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus belong to?

Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus (Pediocactus simpsonii) belongs to the genus Pediocactus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus endangered?

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

What kingdom does Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus belong to?

Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus (Pediocactus simpsonii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Simpson's Hedgehog Cactus?

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