Turbinicarpus schmiedickeanus ssp schwarzii

Synonyms- Turbinicarpus schwarzii, Strombocactus schwarzii, Pediocactus schmiedickeanus var schwarzii,

Turbinicarpus schmiedickeanus ssp klinkerianus f schwarzii,

Description-

Body- Solitary, flattened globular, 5-15mm high 40-50mm wide pale green to greenish-blue to

greenish-brown.

Root- Taproot.

Tubercles- Rounded with rhomboidal base.

Spines- Radials- None.

Centrals- 1-2 very papery yellow-grey 20-25mm long.

Flowers- White with brownish midribs 30mm long, 35mm wide.

Fruits- Greenish to brown.

Distribution- Guadalcazar in the state of San Lois Potosi (Mexico). Altitude 1500m.

Notes-

This species is fairly robust and fairly easy to grow. Requires full sun and careful watering to keep plant compact.