What is another word for mammillaria?
Pronunciation: [mˌamɪlˈe͡əɹi͡ə] (IPA) 
Mammillaria is a genus of cactus that is commonly known as pincushion cactus. There are several synonyms of this genus that are commonly used by botanists and cactus enthusiasts. One of the most common synonyms is Coryphantha, which is also a genus of cactus that is closely related to Mammillaria. Another synonym is Escobaria, which is a genus that was formerly classified as a subgenus of Mammillaria. Some other synonyms of Mammillaria include Chilita, Ebnerella, Neomammillaria, and Solisia. Despite the use of different names, these genera are all similar in appearance and share many common characteristics such as small, spiny cacti with colorful flowers.
