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Turbinicarpus roseiflorus

Scientific Name: Turbinicarpus roseiflorus (Backeberg) Frank
Family: Cactaceae

Turbinicarpus roseiflorus at Kuentz Nursery in early June

Origin: Mexico

Growth Habits: Solitary, up to 1.2 inches tall (3 cm), 1.6 inches in diameter (4 cm); fibrous roots; 1 (to 2) central spine; 9 to 13 radials, the lower ones much shorter

Turbinicarpus roseiflorus 'var. albiflorus' at Kuentz Nursery in early June

The exact identification of this plant is dubious. The plants sold under this name are probably of hybrid origin.

Blooming Habits:
Pink funnel-shaped flower, 1 inch long (2.5 cm)

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