Knowlton'S miniature cactus (Pediocactus knowltonii)
Description
Pediocactus knowltonii is a rare species of cactus known by the common names Knowlton's miniature cactus, Knowlton's pincushion cactus, and Knowlton's minute cactus. It is endemic to San Juan County, New Mexico, in the United States. It is the smallest and rarest species in genus Pediocactus. It is threatened by a number of human activities.It is federally listed as an endangered species of the United States
Taxonomic tree
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Domain: Eukarya
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Kingdom: Plantae
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Phylum: Magnoliophyta
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Class: Magnoliopsida
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Order: Caryophyllales
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Family: Cactaceae
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Genus: Pediocactus
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