Cochemiea BLOSSFELDIANA - Blossfeld's cochemiea, Blossfeld's mammillaria, Mammillaria.
Cochemiea is a genus of plants in the cactus family (Cactaceae), comprising about 25 species native to Mexico and the southern regions of the United States.
The genus is represented by plants with cylindrical, often solitary or branching stems covered with spine-bearing areoles. Leaves are reduced to small tubercles. The stems can reach various sizes depending on the species.
Flowering occurs in spring and summer. The flowers are funnel-shaped, symmetrical, up to 7 cm (2.8 in) long and up to 3 cm (1.2 in) in diameter, situated at the apex of the stem. Flower coloration varies from bright pink to red. After flowering, berry-like fruits develop, containing tiny black seeds.
Blossfeld's cochemiea is a cactus with a cylindrical, moderately elongated stem that can branch at the base with age. The surface is covered with large tubercles arranged in spiral rows. The areoles are furnished with dense white radial spines and several central spines, one of which is usually hooked, longer, and of a dark color. The overall coloration of the plant is light green, with a silvery cast from the dense weave of spines.
Flowering is observed in spring. The flowers are funnel-shaped, relatively large, bright pink or purple, with a contrasting light center and yellow stamens. They are located near the apex of the stem and open during sunny hours. The fruits are elongated, red, containing tiny black seeds.