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Lophophora

Lophophora

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A group of small spineless cactus plants from Mexico and the US, including peyote used in traditional ceremonies
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  • /loʊfəˈfoʊrə/
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  • The Lophophora cactus is well-known for its psychoactive properties in traditional rituals.

Examples

  • Conservationists are concerned about the overharvesting of Lophophora for use in ceremonies.

  • The Lophophora cactus thrives in arid environments.

  • Botanists studied the unique adaptations of Lophophora in arid environments.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Lophophora for its unique appearance.

  • Botanists studied the unique adaptations of Lophophora in arid environments.

  • Conservationists are concerned about the overharvesting of Lophophora for use in ceremonies.

  • The Lophophora cactus is well-known for its psychoactive properties in traditional rituals.

Synonyms

genus Lophophora
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A group of cacti with rounded stems that includes peyote and grows in northeastern Mexico and southwestern United States

is the same grouping but highlights notable species like peyote

Compounds

Lophophora williamsii
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A small spineless cactus from Mexico and the southwestern United States used to make peyote

genus Lophophora
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A group of cacti with rounded stems that includes peyote and grows in northeastern Mexico and southwestern United States

Surface Forms

Lophophora singular
Lophophoras plural

Etymology

The word Lophophora comes from the Greek parts lophos 'crest' or 'tuft' and phora 'bearing'. So Lophophora means 'crest-bearer', a clear image to remember these small, round cacti that have little tufts on their stems, including the peyote species.