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Angiosperms
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Caryophyllales
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Species:
mazatlanensis
ID:
1580128

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valid

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WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042324

Common Names

  • Cochemiea mazatlanensis
  • Mazatlan Cochemiea
  • Cochemiea

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Description

Cochemiea mazatlanensis (also called Mazatlan Hedgehog Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall and has green stems. It is native to Mexico and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cochemiea mazatlanensis is a cactus species native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cochemiea mazatlanensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cochemiea mazatlanensis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a light, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cochemiea mazatlanensis

Cochemiea mazatlanensis is found in the Mexican states of Nayarit and Sinaloa.

Cochemiea mazatlanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cochemiea mazatlanensis?

Cochemiea mazatlanensis

What is the natural habitat of Cochemiea mazatlanensis?

Cochemiea mazatlanensis is native to the Sierra Madre Occidental in Mexico.

What is the size of Cochemiea mazatlanensis?

Cochemiea mazatlanensis is a small cactus, with a maximum height of about 10 cm.

Species in the Cochemiea genus

Cochemiea barbata, Cochemiea capensis, Cochemiea dioica, Cochemiea grahamii, Cochemiea halei, Cochemiea maritima, Cochemiea phitauiana, Cochemiea pondii, Cochemiea poselgeri, Cochemiea saboae, Cochemiea setispina, Cochemiea sheldonii, Cochemiea swinglei, Cochemiea theresae, Cochemiea wrightii, Cochemiea albicans, Cochemiea angelensis, Cochemiea armillata, Cochemiea blossfeldiana, Cochemiea boolii, Cochemiea bullardiana, Cochemiea cerralboa, Cochemiea conoidea, Cochemiea estebanensis, Cochemiea fraileana, Cochemiea goodridgei, Cochemiea guelzowiana, Cochemiea hutchisoniana, Cochemiea insularis, Cochemiea macdougallii, Cochemiea mainiae, Cochemiea multidigitata, Cochemiea palmeri, Cochemiea schumannii, Cochemiea tetrancistra, Cochemiea thomasii, Cochemiea thornberi, Cochemiea viridiflora, Cochemiea mazatlanensis,

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,