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Ariocarpus retusus
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Conservation status
CITES Appendix I (CITES)
Scientific classification
Genus:
Ariocarpus
Species:
retusus

Ariocarpus retusus is a species of cactus, from the genus Ariocarpus, found mainly in Mexico. It is one of the largest and fastest-growing species in this genus known for a slow rate of growth. Despite its slow growth, often taking ten years to reach flowering age, the retusus is a desirable cactus for cultivation, having attractive flowers and an unusual form for a cactus. It is also one of the most easily cultivated species in the genus.

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Flowering Ariocarpus retusus

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