CO004: Coryphantha robustispina ssp. scheerii COLD HARDY CACTUS

Common Names: Devil's Pincushion, Scheer's Cory Cactus, Scheer's Strong-Spine Cory-Cactus, Pima Pineapple Cactus. A barrel-type hemispherical cactus that may be found as single or multi-stemmed plants. Adults measure 4-18 inches tall and 3-8 inches in diameter. The spines are stout and arranged in clusters with one central hooked spine and 6-15 radial straight spines. Spines are originally straw-colored but become black with age. Yellow flowers. Hardy to zone 5.  Sold in 2.5" pots. The species historical range included New Mexico, N Texas, and Arizona.