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Horse Crippler Cactus

Homalocephala texensis

Taxonomy

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

About

Echinocactus texensis (also known as the horse crippler or devil's pincushion) is a cactus in the subfamily Cactoideae. It is endemic to the United States and Mexico. It has one synonym.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Horse Crippler Cactus?
The scientific name of Horse Crippler Cactus is Homalocephala texensis.
What is the conservation status of Horse Crippler Cactus?
The Horse Crippler Cactus has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Horse Crippler Cactus belong to?
Horse Crippler Cactus belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Horse Crippler Cactus belong to?
Horse Crippler Cactus belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Horse Crippler Cactus belong to?
Horse Crippler Cactus belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Horse Crippler Cactus belong to?
Horse Crippler Cactus belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Horse Crippler Cactus belong to?
Horse Crippler Cactus belongs to the family Cactaceae.
What genus does Horse Crippler Cactus belong to?
Horse Crippler Cactus belongs to the genus Homalocephala.