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Bergerocactus

Botanical name: Bergerocactus

Bergerocactus

Botanical name: Bergerocactus

Description

Bergerocactus consistof just one species, Bergerocactus emoryi. this is a dry-climate specialist cactus that grows in large and impressive stands in its native chapparal habitat. Thankfully it is still common despite the loss of parts of its habitat to urban growth. this plant is native to coastal regions of southern California and Baja California.

Species of Bergerocactus

Golden snake-cactus

Golden snake-cactus (Bergerocactus emoryi) is a shrubby, columnar cactus that grows upright to 91 cm tall. It is densely covered in golden spines. Its cup-shaped, yellow flowers bloom in spring and summer. Commonly found in the southwestern United States. Thrives in full sun and is fairly drought tolerant.

Care Guide for Bergerocactus

Water

Drought-tolerant. Allow the soil to dry completely between watering.

Propagation

Sowing, Division

Scientific Classification

Phylum

Vascular plants

Class

Dicotyledons

Order

Pinks, cacti, and allies

Family

Cactuses

Genus

Bergerocactus

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