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organ pipe cactus

Stenocereus thurberi

Taxonomy

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

About

Stenocereus thurberi, the organpipe cactus, is a species of cactus native to Mexico and the United States. The species is found in rocky desert. Two subspecies are recognized based on their distribution and height. The Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is named for the species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of organ pipe cactus?
The scientific name of organ pipe cactus is Stenocereus thurberi.
What is the conservation status of organ pipe cactus?
The organ pipe cactus has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does organ pipe cactus belong to?
organ pipe cactus belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does organ pipe cactus belong to?
organ pipe cactus belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does organ pipe cactus belong to?
organ pipe cactus belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does organ pipe cactus belong to?
organ pipe cactus belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does organ pipe cactus belong to?
organ pipe cactus belongs to the family Cactaceae.
What genus does organ pipe cactus belong to?
organ pipe cactus belongs to the genus Stenocereus.