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Hedge Cactus

Cereus hildmannianus

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Africa (Botswana, South Africa), Asia (India), Europe (Italy), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).

🇦🇺 Australia 🇧🇼 Botswana 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇮🇳 India 🇮🇹 Italy 🇿🇦 South Africa

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Cnidaria (Cnidarians)

Class

Anthozoa

Order

Actiniaria (Actiniaria)

Species

Cereus hildmannianus (Hedge Cactus)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hedge Cactus?

The scientific name of Hedge Cactus is Cereus hildmannianus. It belongs to the genus Cereus.

What is the conservation status of Hedge Cactus?

Hedge Cactus (Cereus hildmannianus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hedge Cactus live?

Hedge Cactus is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Botswana, South Africa), Asia (India), Europe (Italy), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Australia, Botswana, Brazil, India, Italy, South Africa.

What family does Hedge Cactus belong to?

Hedge Cactus (Cereus hildmannianus) belongs to the genus Cereus, which is part of the taxonomic family Sagartiidae.

Is Hedge Cactus endangered?

No, Hedge Cactus (Cereus hildmannianus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Hedge Cactus belong to?

Hedge Cactus (Cereus hildmannianus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Hedge Cactus?

The closest relatives of Hedge Cactus in the genus Cereus include daisy anemone, Lady of the Night Cactus, queen-of-the-night, Sweetpotato cactus.