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Sand Dollar Cactus

Astrophytum asterias

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (被子植物門)

Class

Magnoliopsida (モクレン綱)

Order

Caryophyllales (ナデシコ目)

Species

Astrophytum asterias (Sand Dollar Cactus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Biznaga-algononcillo de Estrella

German Seeigel-Sternkaktus

Portuguese cactus

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Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sand Dollar Cactus?

The scientific name of Sand Dollar Cactus is Astrophytum asterias. It belongs to the genus Astrophytum.

What is the conservation status of Sand Dollar Cactus?

Sand Dollar Cactus (Astrophytum asterias) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sand Dollar Cactus live?

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

What family does Sand Dollar Cactus belong to?

Sand Dollar Cactus (Astrophytum asterias) belongs to the genus Astrophytum, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is Sand Dollar Cactus endangered?

Yes, Sand Dollar Cactus (Astrophytum asterias) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sand Dollar Cactus belong to?

Sand Dollar Cactus (Astrophytum asterias) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Sand Dollar Cactus?

The closest relatives of Sand Dollar Cactus in the genus Astrophytum include monk's-hood, bishop's-cap, bishop's-cap.