Cylindropuntia hystrix
Also known as: Grusonia hystrix (Griseb.) G.D.Rowley
- Grusonia hystrix (Griseb.) G.D.Rowley
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent shrub.
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Indigenous to South America, Cylindropuntia hystrix is a shrubby cactus belonging to the Cactaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cuba