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Mammillaria

Mammillaria · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Scientifically known as Mammillaria, is a diverse genus of small, globular cacti renowned for their striking tubercles and vibrant blooms. Primarily native to Mexico, these resilient succulents are cherished by collectors for their ornamental beauty, compact growth habits, and remarkable ability to thrive in diverse, arid desert environments worldwide.

Family
Not available
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Fruit
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Mammillaria

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution that spans multiple continents and varying climates. In Europe, its presence can be found within the borders of Spain. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, it is specifically noted in the region of Assam. The species also inhabits several areas across the United States, including Oklahoma in the North-Central region. Finally, it is widely distributed throughout the American Southwest, specifically in Arizona and New Mexico.

Region Area
Southwestern Europe Spain
Indian Subcontinent Assam
North-Central U.S.A. Oklahoma
Southwestern U.S.A. Arizona
South-Central U.S.A. New Mexico
South-Central U.S.A. Texas
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Northwest

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Mammillaria has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.

Plant parts reported in Mammillaria
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Fruit 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Fruit

  1. Critical reviews in food science and nutrition

Preparations

Mammillaria has 3 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include cold compresses, extract, topical.

Preparations reported for Mammillaria
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Cold compresses 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Topical 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Cold compresses

  1. Breast disease

Extract

  1. Scientific reports

Topical

  1. Breast disease