Melocactus Smithii

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Melocactus Smithii

Description Melocactus Smithii, commonly known as the barrel cactus, is a type of cactus that belongs to the Cactaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, specifically in the island of Hispaniola. This cactus is named after John Smith, a British botanist who discovered it in 1782.The Melocactus Smithii is characterized by its spherical shape and tall, cylindrical stem that…