Mammillaria rhodantha (Rainbow Pincushion) is a small cactus with dark green stems covered with tubercles and spines that grow from the…
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Meaning: Rose-colored flower, derives from the Ancient Greek words "rhodo," meaning "rose-colored" and "anthos," meaning "flower"
Pronunciation: rho-DAN-tha
There are often several genera that have the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also be used within a species, for subspecies, varieties, and forms.
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