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Mexican Fence Post Cactus

Lophocereus marginatus

Taxonomy

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

About

Lophocereus marginatus is a species of plant in the family Cactaceae. It is sometimes called Mexican fencepost cactus. It has columnar trunks that grow slowly to 12 feet (3.7 m) and may reach 20 feet (6.1 m) in height. Stems are 3 to 4 inches (9–10 cm) in diameter, with ribs 5 to 7 in (13–18 cm). Its central spine is about 3/8 inch (1 cm) in diameter with five to 9 radials and slightly yellowish in color. Its...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Fence Post Cactus?
The scientific name of Mexican Fence Post Cactus is Lophocereus marginatus.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Fence Post Cactus?
The Mexican Fence Post Cactus has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
What kingdom does Mexican Fence Post Cactus belong to?
Mexican Fence Post Cactus belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Mexican Fence Post Cactus belong to?
Mexican Fence Post Cactus belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Mexican Fence Post Cactus belong to?
Mexican Fence Post Cactus belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Mexican Fence Post Cactus belong to?
Mexican Fence Post Cactus belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Mexican Fence Post Cactus belong to?
Mexican Fence Post Cactus belongs to the family Cactaceae.
What genus does Mexican Fence Post Cactus belong to?
Mexican Fence Post Cactus belongs to the genus Lophocereus.