Cylindropuntia santamaria
Cylindropuntia santamaria (E.M.Baxter) Rebman
Cylindropuntia santamaria is a species in the Cactaceae family, native to the northwest region of Mexico. It was formally described in 2002 by Rebman, with the original authorship credited to E.M. Baxter. This species is part of the Cylindropuntia genus, which includes various cactus species adapted to arid environments.
Description
Cylindropuntia santamaria is a member of the Cactaceae family, commonly known as the cactus family. It is indigenous to the northwest of Mexico, where it grows in arid and semi-arid habitats typical of the region. The species was first documented in 2002 by botanist Rebman, who recognized and named it based on prior work by E.M. Baxter. As part of the Cylindropuntia genus, it shares morphological and ecological traits with other cacti in the group, such as cylindrical stems and spines for protection and water conservation. The species is included in global botanical records and contributes to the biodiversity of the Cactaceae family.
Distribution
Global · Mexico Northwest
Synonyms
Opuntia santamariaGrusonia santamariaOpuntia santamaria
