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cactus

Ferocactus wislizeni

Vulnerable

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The Candy Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni) is a species in the genus Ferocactus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable 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.

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 (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Ferocactus wislizeni (cactus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Biznaga-barril de Nuevo México

Portuguese cactus

Similar Species in Ferocactus

California Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus cylindraceus

Least Concern

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Coast Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus viridescens

Least Concern

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devil's-tongue cactus

Ferocactus latispinus

Least Concern

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Emory's Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus emoryi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cactus?

The scientific name of cactus is Ferocactus wislizeni. It belongs to the genus Ferocactus.

What is the conservation status of cactus?

cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does cactus live?

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 cactus belong to?

cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni) belongs to the genus Ferocactus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is cactus endangered?

Yes, cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does cactus belong to?

cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of cactus?

The closest relatives of cactus in the genus Ferocactus include cactus, California Barrel Cactus, Coast Barrel Cactus, devil's-tongue cactus, Emory's Barrel Cactus.