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buckhorn cholla

Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa

Least Concern

About

The Buckhorn Cholla (Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa) is a species in the genus Cylindropuntia. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa (buckhorn cholla)

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candelabrum cactus

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Snake cholla

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Klein's cholla

Cylindropuntia kleiniae

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Peach Springs cholla

Cylindropuntia abyssi

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ground cholla

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sheathed cholla

Cylindropuntia tunicata

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Jumping cholla

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of buckhorn cholla?

The scientific name of buckhorn cholla is Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa. It belongs to the genus Cylindropuntia.

What is the conservation status of buckhorn cholla?

buckhorn cholla (Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does buckhorn cholla belong to?

buckhorn cholla (Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa) belongs to the genus Cylindropuntia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is buckhorn cholla endangered?

No, buckhorn cholla (Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does buckhorn cholla belong to?

buckhorn cholla (Cylindropuntia acanthocarpa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of buckhorn cholla?

The closest relatives of buckhorn cholla in the genus Cylindropuntia include candelabrum cactus, Snake cholla, Klein's cholla, Peach Springs cholla, ground cholla.