Sclerocactus wrightiae
Wright's Cactus, Wright's Fishhook Cactus
Other regional names: Wrights Fishhook Cactus
- Wrights Fishhook Cactus
Also known as: Ferocactus wrightiae (L.D.Benson) N.P.Taylor +1 more
- Ferocactus wrightiae (L.D.Benson) N.P.Taylor
- Pediocactus wrightiae (L.D.Benson) Arp
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.
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Naturally occurring in North America, Sclerocactus wrightiae (commonly known as Wright's cactus or Wright's fishhook cactus) is a shrubby cactus belonging to the Cactaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Utah