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Opuntia stenopetala
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Conservation status
Scientific classification
Genus:
Opuntia
Species:
stenopetala
Synonyms
  • Opuntia arrastradillo Backeb., 1953.
  • Opuntia glaucescens Salm-Dyck, 1834.
  • Opuntia grandis Pfeiff., 1837.
  • Opuntia marnieriana Backeb., 1953.
  • Opuntia riviereana Backeb., 1962.
  • Opuntia stenopetala var. inerme Bravo, 1974.

Opuntia stenopetala is a species low bushy cactus, often forming thickets or mats, the main branches creeping and resting on the edges of the joints. Its native range is within Mexico. It is dioecious, with male and female flowers on separate plants.

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