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May 15, 2016

Pink Mammillaria Cactus Flower

Mammillaria Cactus Flower
Pink with Yellow Center
The common name for mammillaria cactus is "nipple cactus". This genus of cacti get their name from their breast-like shape.

This beautiful two-toned pink flower with gold center was flowering in the desert garden at the Huntington Library late January. Winter is a great time of year to visit the desert gardens since it is the peak season for cacti and aloes to flower.




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