dagger cactus

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Class

Magnoliopsida (木兰纲)

Order

Caryophyllales (石竹目)

Family

Cactaceae

Genus

Stenocereus

Species

Stenocereus gummosus (dagger cactus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pitayo agrio

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octopus cactus

Stenocereus alamosensis

Vulnerable

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Organ Pipe Cactus

Stenocereus thurberi

Least Concern

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Tall candelabra cactus

Stenocereus griseus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of dagger cactus?

The scientific name of dagger cactus is Stenocereus gummosus. It belongs to the genus Stenocereus.

What is the conservation status of dagger cactus?

dagger cactus (Stenocereus gummosus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does dagger cactus belong to?

dagger cactus (Stenocereus gummosus) belongs to the genus Stenocereus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cactaceae.

Is dagger cactus endangered?

No, dagger cactus (Stenocereus gummosus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does dagger cactus belong to?

dagger cactus (Stenocereus gummosus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of dagger cactus?

The closest relatives of dagger cactus in the genus Stenocereus include octopus cactus, Organ Pipe Cactus, Tall candelabra cactus.