Ariocarpus

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Ariocarpus is a genus of cacti. These species are usually referred to as living rocks, though the term is also used for other genera. They are protected in their native country, mostly Mexico. They are avidly sought by collectors. Most species of Ariocarpus grow very slowly. Their flowers by contrast are very striking.

Scientific classification

Kingdom:	Plantae
Division:	Magnoliophyta
Class:	Magnoliopsida
Order:	Caryophyllales
Family:	Cactaceae
Subfamily:	Cactoideae
Tribe:	Cacteae
Genus:	Ariocarpus Scheidw.