About
This diminutive species forming small colonies of squat stems. These bear fine hairs and large lemon flowers at their crown in spring.
About the genus
Mammillaria are spiny cacti with spherical or columnar stems, often in clusters, with many prominent tubercles, and funnel-shaped flowers usually in a ring near the apex of the stem
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHNeutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent
HabitMatforming
FoliageEvergreen
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens
Native toMexico
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationRequires a free draining compost with low organic content and full sun. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed in spring or by potting up offsets
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs, glasshouse red spider mite and glasshouse whitefly
Disease resistanceSharp drainage, reduced watering in winter and good air circulation will ward off rots