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Espostoa mirabilis

Espostoa mirabilis F.Ritter
Espostoa mirabilis
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Espostoa mirabilis is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae, native to Peru. It was first described by F.Ritter in 1964.

Description

Espostoa mirabilis belongs to the genus Espostoa, which is part of the Cactaceae family, a group of flowering plants primarily found in arid regions of the Americas. This species is distributed globally but originates from Peru. It was formally published in 1964 by F.Ritter, who provided its scientific description. As a member of the Cactaceae family, it shares characteristics typical of cacti, such as succulent stems and adaptations to dry environments.

Distribution

Global · Peru

Synonyms

Espostoa baumanniiEspostoa baumannii var. arborescensEspostoa mirabilis var. primigena

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