Micranthocereus polyanthus
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| Micranthocereus polyanthus | |
|---|---|
| Conservation status | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Core eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Cactaceae |
| Genus: | Micranthocereus |
| Species: | M. polyanthus |
| Binomial name | |
| Micranthocereus polyanthus (Werderm.) Backeb. | |
Micranthocereus polyanthus is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is endemic to Brazil. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and rocky areas. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Sources
- Taylor, N.P. 2002. Micranthocereus polyanthus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 22 August 2007.
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