Cactus

Melocactus pachyacanthus Buining & Brederoo

Melocactus pachyacanthus is a species of the Cactaceae family, native to Brazil. It is known only from two sites in Bahia, in the northeast region of the country. The species is characterized by its vulnerability to habitat degradation and has a fragmented distribution.

Description

Melocactus pachyacanthus, described by Buining & Brederoo in 1975, belongs to the genus Melocactus in the Cactaceae family. It is endemic to Brazil, specifically found in the states of Bahia. The species occurs in two separate locations, with its populations being fragmented. Due to habitat degradation, it is considered vulnerable. This cactus is part of the broader Cactaceae family, which includes a wide range of succulent plants adapted to arid environments. The species is known by the common name 'Cactus' in both English and the target language.