Melocactus violaceus (Melocactus violaceus)
Description
Melocactus violaceus is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is endemic to Brazil. Its natural habitats are dry savanna and sandy shores. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Taxonomic tree
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Domain: Eukarya
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Kingdom: Plantae
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Phylum:
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Class: Magnoliopsida
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Order: Caryophyllales
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Family: Cactaceae
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Genus: Melocactus
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