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Mountain Ball Cactus

Pediocactus simpsonii

Taxonomy

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

About

Pediocactus simpsonii, known by the common names mountain cactus, snowball cactus, and mountain ball cactus, is a relatively common cactus that has adapted to survive in cold and dry environments in high elevation areas of the western United States. It can be found at higher elevations than any other cactus in North America. While not a landscape dominating plant, it is a relatively common species and the most common member of the genus Pediocactus. Because of...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mountain Ball Cactus?
The scientific name of Mountain Ball Cactus is Pediocactus simpsonii.
What kingdom does Mountain Ball Cactus belong to?
Mountain Ball Cactus belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Mountain Ball Cactus belong to?
Mountain Ball Cactus belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Mountain Ball Cactus belong to?
Mountain Ball Cactus belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Mountain Ball Cactus belong to?
Mountain Ball Cactus belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Mountain Ball Cactus belong to?
Mountain Ball Cactus belongs to the family Cactaceae.
What genus does Mountain Ball Cactus belong to?
Mountain Ball Cactus belongs to the genus Pediocactus.