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Erect Pricklypear

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 (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Opuntia stricta (Erect Pricklypear)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish chumbera apretada

French Oponce

Portuguese palma-de-espinho

Similar Species in Opuntia

Arborescent pricklypear

Beavertail Prickly-pear

Opuntia basilaris

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Erect Pricklypear?

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

Where does Erect Pricklypear live?

Erect Pricklypear 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 Erect Pricklypear belong to?

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

What kingdom does Erect Pricklypear belong to?

Erect Pricklypear (Opuntia stricta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Erect Pricklypear?

The closest relatives of Erect Pricklypear in the genus Opuntia include Angel's-wings, Arborescent pricklypear, Barbary fig, Beavertail Prickly-pear, Big Pine Key Prickly-pear.