Xerophyte

Description

Mammillaria coahuilensisSN|15105]]SN|15100]], also known as Mammillaria schwartziiSN|15100]]SN|15105]], is a small geophyte cactus, with a heavy tap root that may exceed the size of the plant above soil level.

Flowers

White with pinkish midveins, very early in the season, February/March.

Spines

About 12-16, thin, bristle-like radial spines, slightly pubescent with darker tips, up to 6 mm long. Central spine

Fruits

Red clavate.