Cylindropuntia imbricata subsp. spinotecta
Also known as: Cylindropuntia imbricata var. spinotecta (Griffiths) M.A.Baker +1 more
- Cylindropuntia imbricata var. spinotecta (Griffiths) M.A.Baker
- Opuntia spinotecta Griffiths
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent shrub.
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Cylindropuntia imbricata subsp. spinotecta is a shrubby cactus belonging to the Cactaceae family. Naturally occurring in North America, this subspecies is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Cylindropuntia imbricata, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northeast
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