Opuntia × alta
Also known as: Opuntia engelmannii var. alta (Griffiths) D.Weniger
- Opuntia engelmannii var. alta (Griffiths) D.Weniger
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent shrub.
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Opuntia × alta is a shrubby cactus belonging to the Cactaceae family. Found natively in North America, this hybrid is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. The parent species of this naturally occurring hybrid are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South-Central U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Louisiana, Texas
Parent Species