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Coryphantha cornifera
Coryphantha cornifera is a species of cactus that is endemic to Mexico.
Coryphantha cornifera inhabits semi-arid scrub and grasslands, and occasionally disturbed areas oak forests. The species shows a preference for limestone in flat or gently sloping areas. It inhabits elevations of 1,400–2,200 meters (4600–7200 feet). It flowers from June to July, sometimes extending into September.
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Text excerpted from the Wikipedia article Coryphantha cornifera by its contributors, under CC BY-SA 4.0; the excerpts are shared under the same licence.
Life form, climate and native range: World Checklist of Vascular Plants, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (CC BY 3.0), reformatted; see Plants of the World Online.
