Overview
Mammillaria duwei is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Mammillaria, part of the Cactaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Mammillaria duwei grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Mammillaria duwei is a clump-forming cultivar of the Mammillaria genus, which comprises spiny cacti with spherical or columnar forms often growing in clusters. This evergreen cactus produces numerous tubercles and funnel-shaped flowers arranged in a circle at the top of the stems during summer. It thrives in full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. Suitable for patio and container planting, Mammillaria duwei is best grown in a sheltered position, such as a conservatory or greenhouse, and has a UK hardiness rating of H2.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Mammillaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Mammillaria duwei size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Mammillaria duwei
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Mammillaria duwei?
Mammillaria duwei prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Mammillaria duwei need?
Mammillaria duwei grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Mammillaria duwei hardy in the UK?
Mammillaria duwei has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Mammillaria duwei?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Mammillaria genus
- Mammillaria albicans subsp. fraileana
- Mammillaria felipensis
- Mammillaria karwinskiana
- Mammillaria pectinifera
- Mammillaria pseudoperbella
- Mammillaria rhodantha
- Mammillaria sanchez-mejoradae
- Mammillaria sonorensis
