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Oponce

Opuntia stricta

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (13 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (Cuba), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Solomon Islands), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Opuntia stricta (Oponce)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish chumbera apretada

French Oponce

Portuguese palma-de-espinho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oponce?

The scientific name of Oponce is Opuntia stricta. It belongs to the genus Opuntia.

Where does Oponce live?

Oponce is found in Widely distributed across Africa (13 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (Cuba), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Solomon Islands), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, Colombia, Cuba, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia.

What family does Oponce belong to?

Oponce (Opuntia stricta) belongs to the genus Opuntia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

What kingdom does Oponce belong to?

Oponce (Opuntia stricta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Oponce?

The closest relatives of Oponce in the genus Opuntia include corne de raquette, crapaud vert, Figuier de Barbarie, figuier de Barbarie à fruits violets, Oponce.