Nuevo León living-rock cactus

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Family

Cactaceae

Genus

Ariocarpus

Species

Ariocarpus scaphirostris (Nuevo León living-rock cactus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish orejas de conejo

Similar Species in Ariocarpus

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Chautle-living Rock

Ariocarpus fissuratus

Least Concern

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living-rock

Ariocarpus kotschoubeyanus

Near Threatened

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seven stars

Ariocarpus retusus

Least Concern

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Tamaulipas Living Rock Cactus

Ariocarpus agavoides

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nuevo León living-rock cactus?

The scientific name of Nuevo León living-rock cactus is Ariocarpus scaphirostris. It belongs to the genus Ariocarpus.

What is the conservation status of Nuevo León living-rock cactus?

Nuevo León living-rock cactus (Ariocarpus scaphirostris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Nuevo León living-rock cactus belong to?

Nuevo León living-rock cactus (Ariocarpus scaphirostris) belongs to the genus Ariocarpus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is Nuevo León living-rock cactus endangered?

Yes, Nuevo León living-rock cactus (Ariocarpus scaphirostris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Nuevo León living-rock cactus belong to?

Nuevo León living-rock cactus (Ariocarpus scaphirostris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Nuevo León living-rock cactus?

The closest relatives of Nuevo León living-rock cactus in the genus Ariocarpus include Chautle-living Rock, living-rock, seven stars, Tamaulipas Living Rock Cactus.