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chautle livingrock

Scientific Name: Ariocarpus fissuratus

Family: Cactaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Ariocarpus fissuratus: The Chautle Living Rock

Ariocarpus fissuratus, commonly known as Chautle Living Rock, is a fascinating cactus species prized for its unique appearance and ability to blend seamlessly into its environment.

Common Names

  • Chautle Living Rock
  • Living Rock Cactus
  • False Peyote
  • Star Rock
  • Chaute
  • Chautle
  • Peyote Cimarron
  • Sunami

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Ariocarpus fissuratus (Engelm.) K. Schum.
  • Synonyms:
    • Roseocactus intermedius
    • Mammillaria fissurata
    • Mammillaria fissurata Engelm.
    • Roseocactus fissuratus (Engelm.) A. Berger

Distribution and Habitat

This species is found in specific regions of North America:

  • Mexico: Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango, and Zacatecas
  • United States: Texas

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

Ariocarpus fissuratus is one of many varieties of cacti and succulents known as living rocks, a term coined for their ability to blend into their surroundings. During dry periods the stems shrink and become even less visible, merging with the ground.