Coryphantha elephantidens subsp. elephantidens
Coryphantha elephantidens subsp. elephantidens
- Native to:
- Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southwest
GBIF: Ricardo Betancourt Sánchez
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Cactaceae
- Genus:
- Coryphantha
- Species:
- Coryphantha elephantidens subsp. elephantidens
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Succulent
- Height:
- 15 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jul,aug,sep
- Bloom Colors:
- pink, magenta
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, desert pollinators
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
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Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 7–21 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures (20-25°C) with adequate moisture. Light may enhance germination.
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