Parodia chrysacanthion
Golden Powder Puff
Also known as: Bolivicactus saint-pieanus (Backeb.) Doweld +3 more
- Bolivicactus saint-pieanus (Backeb.) Doweld
- Echinocactus chrysacanthion K.Schum.
- Gymnocalycium chrysacanthion (K.Schum.) H.Blossf.
- Parodia saint-pieana Backeb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.
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Parodia chrysacanthion (commonly known as Golden-Powder-Puff) is a shrubby cactus within the Cactaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northwest