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Pediocactus bradyi subsp. despainii

Pediocactus bradyi subsp. despainii is a rare species of cactus known by the common names Despain's cactus and San Rafael cactus.

Description
The stems of Pediocactus bradyi subsp. despainii have a subglobose to obovoid to turbinate shape, measuring 3.8-6 cm in diameter and 3-9.5 cm in height and generally has no branches. ==Distribution==
Distribution
It is endemic to the state of Utah in the United States, where it is limited to the San Rafael Swell in Emery County, Utah at elevations of 1450 to 2080 meters. There are two populations totaling about 6000 individuals. It is threatened by a number of human activities. It is a federally listed endangered species of the United States. This cactus grows in the San Rafael Swell, a unique geologic feature in central Utah. It is an area with many rare native plants and has a high rate of endemism. The substrate is limestone and siltstone soil originating in the Carmel and Moenkopi Formations. The habitat is grassland with some junipers and pinyon pines. ==Taxonomy==
Taxonomy
This cactus was discovered in 1978 by Kim Despain and described to science in 1980. Threats to this species include poaching, off-road vehicle use, gypsum mining, and petroleum exploration. ==References==
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