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Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus

Sclerocactus scheerii

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Biznaga-bola Ganchuda

Similar Species in Sclerocactus

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Colorado hookless cactus
Sclerocactus glaucus
Least Concern
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Desert Valley Fish-hook Cactus
Sclerocactus spinosior
Least Concern
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Eight-spine Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus johnsonii
Least Concern
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Engelmann's Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus brevihamatus
Least Concern
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Golfball Cactus
Sclerocactus mariposensis
Least Concern
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Grama Grass Cactus
Sclerocactus papyracanthus
Least Concern
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Great Basin Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus pubispinus
Least Concern
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House Rock cactus
Sclerocactus sileri
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus?
The scientific name of Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus is Sclerocactus scheerii. It belongs to the genus Sclerocactus.
What is the conservation status of Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus?
Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus (Sclerocactus scheerii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus belong to?
Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus (Sclerocactus scheerii) belongs to the genus Sclerocactus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.
Is Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus endangered?
No, Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus (Sclerocactus scheerii) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus belong to?
Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus (Sclerocactus scheerii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus?
The closest relatives of Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus in the genus Sclerocactus include Colorado hookless cactus, Desert Valley Fish-hook Cactus, Eight-spine Fishhook Cactus, Engelmann's Fishhook Cactus, Golfball Cactus.

Genus Sclerocactus — 19 Species

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Colorado hookless cactus
Sclerocactus glaucus
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Desert Valley Fish-hook Cactus
Sclerocactus spinosior
LC 🐾
Eight-spine Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus johnsonii
LC 🐾
Engelmann's Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus brevihamatus
LC 🐾
Golfball Cactus
Sclerocactus mariposensis
LC 🐾
Grama Grass Cactus
Sclerocactus papyracanthus
LC 🐾
Great Basin Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus pubispinus
LC 🐾
House Rock cactus
Sclerocactus sileri
VU 🐾
Mesa Verde Cactus
Sclerocactus mesae-verdae
LC 🐾
Mohave Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus polyancistrus
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Nye County Fish-hook Cactus
Sclerocactus nyensis
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Pariette Cactus
Sclerocactus brevispinus
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Pineapple cactus
Sclerocactus warnockii
LC
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Scheer's Fish-hook Cactus
Sclerocactus scheerii
LC
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Small-flower Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus parviflorus
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Uinta Basin hookless cactus
Sclerocactus wetlandicus
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Whipple's Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus whipplei
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White Fish-hook Cactus
Sclerocactus intertextus
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Wrights Fishhook Cactus
Sclerocactus wrightiae
NT
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