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Melocactus neryi

Melocactus neryi K.Schum.
Melocactus neryi
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Melocactus neryi is a species in the Cactaceae family, first described by K.Schum. in 1901. It is native to northern South America, occurring in Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.

Description

Melocactus neryi belongs to the genus Melocactus within the Cactaceae family. It is distributed across northern South America, including the regions of Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela. The species was first published in 1901 by K.Schum. Its range includes the Vichada region and extends to broader areas within the northern part of the continent.

Distribution

BR · Vichada · Global · Brazil North · Guyana · Suriname · Venezuela

Synonyms

Melocactus schulzianusMelocactus guaricensisCactus neryiMelocactus negryi

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