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Runyon's beehive cactus
Scientific Name: Coryphantha macromeris var. runyonii
Family: Cactaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Runyon's Beehive Cactus
Learn more about the Runyon's Beehive Cactus (Coryphantha macromeris var. runyonii), a fascinating member of the cactus family.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- This plant is a cactus and may have spines or sharp edges.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Accepted Scientific Name: Coryphantha macromeris ssp. runyonii (Britton & Rose) L.D. Benson
- Common Name: Runyon's Beehive Cactus
- Other Names: Nipple Beehive Cactus (referring to the species Coryphantha macromeris in general).
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Family: Cactaceae
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Synonyms: Coryphantha macromeris (Engelm.) Lem. var. runyonii (Britton & Rose) L.D. Benson
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a shrub.
- A perennial plant.
Related Species
- Mentioned alongside other cacti such as:
- Coryphantha sulcata (Pineapple Cactus)
- Escobaria missiensis
Further Information
- USDA Plants Database provides a profile.