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Mammillaria luethyi

Mammillaria luethyi G.S.Hinton
Mammillaria luethyi
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Mammillaria luethyi is a cactus species native to Coahuila, Mexico. It is characterized by its spherical shape, small size, and white spines. The plant produces large magenta flowers during the summer months.

Description

Mammillaria luethyi, described by G.S. Hinton in 1996, belongs to the Cactaceae family. It is found in the northeastern region of Mexico and is known for its miniature, globular form. The plant is covered with fine white spines and blooms with striking magenta flowers in the summer. This species is part of the Mammillaria genus, which is well-represented in arid regions of the Americas.

Distribution

Global · Mexico Northeast

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