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Pediocactus

Pediocactus

9.9
A small cactus that grows on dry plains in North America
  • noun
  • /ˌpɛdiˈoʊˌkæktəs/
  • Specialized
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  • Many Pediocactus species are now considered endangered due to habitat loss.

Examples

  • The Pediocactus is well adapted to the harsh, dry climate of the Great Plains.

  • Botanists discovered a rare Pediocactus flower blooming in the wild this spring.

  • The Pediocactus is a unique species of cactus.

  • Many Pediocacti thrive in arid environments.

  • Many Pediocactus species are now considered endangered due to habitat loss.

  • The Pediocactus is well adapted to the harsh, dry climate of the Great Plains.

  • Botanists discovered a rare Pediocactus flower blooming in the wild this spring.

Compounds

Pediocactus knowltonii
  • Specialized
9.9

A small cactus that grows in groups and is very rare in New Mexico

Surface Forms

Pediocactus singular
Pediocacti plural

Etymology

The word Pediocactus comes from the Greek word pedion meaning 'plain' and from cactus, so it means 'plain cactus'. That's why the name fits these low, flat cacti that live on the Great Plains.