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Harrisia adscendens

Harrisia adscendens (Gürke) Britton & Rose
Harrisia adscendens
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Harrisia adscendens is a species in the Cactaceae family, native to the Northeast region of Brazil. It was first described in 1920 by Britton & Rose, based on earlier work by Gürke.

Description

Harrisia adscendens is a member of the Cactaceae family, commonly known as the cactus family. This species is native to the Northeast region of Brazil. The scientific name was established in 1920 by Britton & Rose, who reclassified the species originally described by Gürke. The genus Harrisia includes several species of cacti, many of which are found in the Neotropical region. Harrisia adscendens is part of the broader global distribution of cacti, though its primary occurrence is in Brazil. The species is recognized for its ecological and botanical significance within the Cactaceae family.

Distribution

BR · Global · Brazil Northeast

Synonyms

Cereus adscendensCereus platygonusEriocereus adscendensEriocereus platygonusHarrisia platygonaCereus platygonus

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