Opuntia galapageia var. macrocarpa
Also known as: Opuntia galapageia subsp. macrocarpa (E.Y.Dawson) M.H.J.van der Meer
- Opuntia galapageia subsp. macrocarpa (E.Y.Dawson) M.H.J.van der Meer
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.
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Opuntia galapageia var. macrocarpa is a shrubby cactus belonging to the Cactaceae family. Originating in South America, this variety is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. It is a naturally occurring variety of Opuntia galapageia, which is linked below, along with other varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Galápagos
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