Pott's Mammillaria (Mammillaria pottsii)

   

Overview and flowers of Pott's Mammillaria (Mammillaria pottsii), Lajitas. Photograph by G. Konings.

• Common English Names: Pott's Mammillaria, Rat-tail Nipple Cactus
• Common Spanish Names:
• Scientific Name: Mammillaria pottsii (mam-mill-AIR-ree-uh POT-see-eye)
• Family: Cactaceae (Cactus Family)
• Geographic Range: Big Bend Region and south to Zacatecas.
• Plant Form: Stem succulent.
• Remarks:

Last Update: 24 Sep 2003