Melocactus violaceus
Melocactus violaceus is a species of plant in the family Cactaceae. It is endemic to Brazil. Its natural habitats are dry savanna and sandy shores. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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| Species: | M. violaceus |
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Sources
- Taylor, N.P. 2002. Melocactus violaceus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 22 August 2007.
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