Bergerocactus sp.
Family: Cactaceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Bergerocactus sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Cactaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Cylindropuntia: Bergerocactus has continuous columnar stems; Cylindropuntia has jointed segments with papery spine sheaths.; vs Trichocereus: Bergerocactus is coastal with persistent spiny fruits; Trichocereus is inland with smooth fruits that drop.; vs Cleistocactus: Bergerocactus has golden spines and coastal habitat; Cleistocactus has dense white/colored spines, any habitat.; vs Lophocereus: Bergerocactus has uniform spine coverage; Lophocereus has bristly crown different from lower stem.; vs Opuntia: Bergerocactus has elongated cylindrical stems; Opuntia has flat paddle-shaped segments.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bergerocactus sp. native to California?
No. Bergerocactus sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Bergerocactus sp. belong to?
Bergerocactus sp. is in the Cactaceae family, genus Bergerocactus.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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