Eriosyce chilensis or "Chilenito" is a critically endangered species of cactus from Chile.

[2] Found on the coast between Coquimbo and Valparaiso, the plant is one of the world's 100 most threatened species according to the IUCN.

[1] Its rarity is primarily due to its small native habitat range and illegal overcollection for the ornamental cactus trade.

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