Species

Notocactus nivosus

Q: What is Notocactus nivosus?

Notocactus nivosus is a species level taxonomy entry identified by the scientific name Notocactus nivosus.

Notocactus nivosus Prestlé is treated as an accepted taxon in Plants of the World Online.¹

The current source-backed classification places it in Cactaceae within Notocactus.¹²

Its recorded native range/source remark is SOUTHERNAMERICA, URU, SOUTHERNSOUTHAMERICA, URUOO; Uruguay.¹

POWO records the plant context as Unknown, Unknown.¹

This is a source-populated draft intended for later Kaktus Doktoru editorial rewriting; care advice and morphology should be reviewed before publication.

References

Plants of the World Online. "Notocactus nivosus Prestlé". Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Accessed: 2026-06-10. https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:957823-1 ↩
GBIF Secretariat. "Notocactus nivosus". GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Accessed: 2026-06-10. https://www.gbif.org/species/7281608 ↩

Plants In This Group

Notocactus nivosus

Notocactus nivosus, widely recognized as Parodia nivosa, is an exceptionally attractive species within the Cactaceae family. Renowned for its dense covering of snow-white spines, this cactus presents a striking snowy appearance. It is highly prized by collectors for the vivid contrast between its pristine white armor and its bright yellow blossoms .

Notocactus nivosus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Notocactus nivosus?

Notocactus nivosus is a species-level taxonomy entry identified by the scientific name Notocactus nivosus.

Which rank is Notocactus nivosus?

Notocactus nivosus is shown as a species in our botanical dictionary.

Which groups sit below Notocactus nivosus?

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Are there plants related to Notocactus nivosus?

Yes. Related dictionary entries include Notocactus nivosus, Notocactus nivosus.

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Why is the Latin name shown?

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