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Old Man Cactus

Cephalocereus senilis

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Brazil and Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Cephalocereus senilis (Old Man Cactus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Barba de Viejo

German Greisenhaupt

Portuguese cactus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Old Man Cactus?

The scientific name of Old Man Cactus is Cephalocereus senilis. It belongs to the genus Cephalocereus.

What is the conservation status of Old Man Cactus?

Old Man Cactus (Cephalocereus senilis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Old Man Cactus live?

Old Man Cactus is found in Distributed across Brazil and Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Taiwan.

What family does Old Man Cactus belong to?

Old Man Cactus (Cephalocereus senilis) belongs to the genus Cephalocereus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is Old Man Cactus endangered?

Yes, Old Man Cactus (Cephalocereus senilis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Old Man Cactus belong to?

Old Man Cactus (Cephalocereus senilis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).