Melocactus bellavistensis subsp. bellavistensis
Also known as: Melocactus bellavistensis f. minor Rauh & Backeb.
- Melocactus bellavistensis f. minor Rauh & Backeb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Cactaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a succulent subshrub.
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Melocactus bellavistensis subsp. bellavistensis is a shrubby cactus within the Cactaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this subspecies is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Melocactus bellavistensis, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Cactus
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Ecuador, Peru
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