It is located in the state of Nuevo León, about 80 km (50 mi) south of Monterrey.

[2] It is composed of limestone, and is noted for its very diverse flora including several endemic or near-endemic species, such as the Potosi Pinyon.

In 2000 the upper slopes of the mountain were designated an ecological reserve, covering 9.02 km2.

[6] A northern portion of the mountain, including the actual summit, are in the Cuenca Alimentadora del Distrito Nacional de Riego 026 Bajo Río San Juan, a natural resources protection area.

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