Coryphantha echinus
Cory Cactus Hedgehog, Sea Urchin Cactus
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.
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Coryphantha echinus (commonly known as Cory-Cactus Hedgehog or Sea Urchin Cactus) is a shrubby cactus belonging to the Cactaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northeast, Texas