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Devilshead

Echinocactus horizonthalonius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Cactaceae ›Genus: Echinocactus

About

Echinocactus horizonthalonius is a species of cactus known by several common names, including devilshead, turk's head cactus, blue barrel cactus, eagle's claw, horse maimer, horse crippler, and visnaga meloncillo. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it occurs in Chihuahuan Desert and Sonoran Desert habitats, particularly on limestone substrates. One of its varieties is a federally listed endangered species of the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Devilshead?
The scientific name of Devilshead is Echinocactus horizonthalonius.
What kingdom does Devilshead belong to?
Devilshead belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Devilshead belong to?
Devilshead belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Devilshead belong to?
Devilshead belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Devilshead belong to?
Devilshead belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Devilshead belong to?
Devilshead belongs to the family Cactaceae.
What genus does Devilshead belong to?
Devilshead belongs to the genus Echinocactus.