Pediocactus Knowltonii (Noun)
Meaning
Small clustering cactus of southwestern United States; a threatened species.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The pediocactus knowltonii is found only in the southwestern United States, specifically in the four-corners region of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona.
- Pediocactus knowltonii is considered a threatened species due to overcollection for the horticulture trade.
- Due to its restricted range and vulnerability to overcollection, pediocactus knowltonii is listed on the Endangered Species List.
- The conservation status of pediocactus knowltonii has been an ongoing concern, with efforts being made to propagate the species in controlled environments.
- The distinctive appearance of pediocactus knowltonii has made it a prized specimen among cactus collectors, which unfortunately adds to the threat of its survival.