Pilosocereus fulvilanatus
Pilosocereus fulvilanatus (Buining & Brederoo) F.Ritter
Pilosocereus fulvilanatus is a species in the Cactaceae family, endemic to Brazil. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry forests, shrublands, and rocky areas in the Southeast region of the country. The species is threatened by habitat loss and is known locally as 'Jamacaru Cabeludo'.
Description
Pilosocereus fulvilanatus, described by (Buining & Brederoo) F.Ritter in 1979, is a cactus species native to Brazil. It is restricted to the Southeast region of the country, where it inhabits subtropical or tropical dry forests, dry shrublands, and rocky environments. The plant is at risk due to the degradation and loss of its natural habitats. In local Brazilian communities, it is referred to as 'Jamacaru Cabeludo'.
Distribution
BR · Global · Brazil Southeast
Synonyms
Pseudopilocereus fulvilanatusPilosocereus fulvilanatus subsp. vanheekianus
