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Nopal de Montaña

Opuntia oricola

Least Concern

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The Chaparral Prickly-pear (Opuntia oricola) is a species in the genus Opuntia. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Opuntia oricola (Nopal de Montaña)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Nopal de Montaña

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nopal de Montaña?

The scientific name of Nopal de Montaña is Opuntia oricola. It belongs to the genus Opuntia.

What is the conservation status of Nopal de Montaña?

Nopal de Montaña (Opuntia oricola) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Nopal de Montaña belong to?

Nopal de Montaña (Opuntia oricola) belongs to the genus Opuntia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is Nopal de Montaña endangered?

No, Nopal de Montaña (Opuntia oricola) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Nopal de Montaña belong to?

Nopal de Montaña (Opuntia oricola) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Nopal de Montaña?

The closest relatives of Nopal de Montaña in the genus Opuntia include cholla, cholla, chumbera, chumbera, chumbera.