Echinocereus scheeri facts for kids

Echinocereus scheeri is a special type of hedgehog cactus that grows naturally in northern Mexico. It belongs to the Cactaceae family, which is the big family of all cacti. This cactus is known for its amazing "offsets," which are like little baby cacti that grow around the main plant. Because of its beautiful look, it has won an important award called the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

Quick facts for kids Echinocereus scheeri
In bloom
A specimen with pink petals
Scientific classification
Genus:	Echinocereus
Species:	scheeri
Synonyms
List Cereus salm-dyckianus Hemsl. Cereus scheeri Salm-Dyck Echinocereus chaletii W.Rischer Echinocereus cucumis Werderm. Echinocereus gentryi Clover Echinocereus klapperi W.Blum Echinocereus rischeri (R.C.Römer) W.Rischer Echinocereus salmianus K.Schum. Echinocereus sanpedroensis Raudonat & W.Rischer Echinocereus scheeri subsp. paridensis W.Rischer & Trocha Echinocereus scheeri subsp. rischeri R.C.Römer

Different Types of Echinocereus scheeri

Just like there can be different types of dogs or cats, there are also different types of plants within the same species. These are called subspecies. They are slightly different versions of the main plant, often found in different places.

Here are the main subspecies of Echinocereus scheeri that scientists recognize:

• Echinocereus scheeri subsp. chaletii – This type is found in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico.
• Echinocereus scheeri subsp. gentryi – You can find this one growing from eastern Sonora to western Chihuahua, both states in Mexico.
• Echinocereus scheeri subsp. scheeri – This is the original or "typical" form of the plant.

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In Spanish: Echinocereus scheeri para niños