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Mammillaria glassii
Family: Cactaceae
Common Name: Biznaga de Glass Origin: Mammillaria glassii originates from Mexico, specifically the Madre Oriental mountain range, and Coahuila, Tamaulipas, and Nuevo Leon states, at altitudes of 1,450 – 2,250 meters. Description: M. glassii is a small globular cactus that readily forms aggregations with numerous branches. Radial spines are white and covered densely with hair, while central spines are erect and hooked. In early spring, small funnel-shaped pink flowers are formed, developing green fruits and becoming pink to red when ripe.
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