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  1. Quite strange Posted 3 years ago

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"Stenocereus alamosensis" is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is viviparous, apparently an adaptation to living in coastal plains which are prone to flooding. The Seri people of Sonora call this cactus "xasaacoj".

Similar species: Pinks, Cactuses, And Allies
Species identified by William Bodine
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By William Bodine

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Uploaded Apr 15, 2022. Captured Apr 12, 2022 11:25 in Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008, USA.
  • Canon EOS 70D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/128s
  • ISO100
  • 35mm