Peyote

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Family

Cactaceae

Genus

Lophophora

Species

Lophophora diffusa (Peyote)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Peyote queretano

Similar Species in Lophophora

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Indian-dope

Lophophora williamsii

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Peyote?

The scientific name of Peyote is Lophophora diffusa. It belongs to the genus Lophophora.

What is the conservation status of Peyote?

Peyote (Lophophora diffusa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Peyote belong to?

Peyote (Lophophora diffusa) belongs to the genus Lophophora, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is Peyote endangered?

Yes, Peyote (Lophophora diffusa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Peyote belong to?

Peyote (Lophophora diffusa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of Peyote?

The closest relatives of Peyote in the genus Lophophora include Indian-dope.