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Coryphantha vivipara

Common name(s): Spinystar, Beehive Cactus, Pincushion Cactus
Family name: Cactaceae
Common family name: Cactus Family
USDA hardiness zone(s): 4
Perennation: perennial
Light level: sun
Flower color: pink
Plant height: 2 inches - 5 inches
Plant spread: 8 inches - 1 foot 3 inches
Deciduous: evergreen
Growth form: clump-forming
Leaf color: green
Range: Texas to New Mexico to Minnesota and Oregon
Habit: cactus/succulent
Special characteristics: Drought Tolerant
A very cold resistant cactus that features bright magenta flowers in late spring. Well-drained soil is a must since this plant is very rot-prone in moisture.

This cactus is a good choice for a dry or native garden.

Zones 4 - 11

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