Overview
Mammillaria wildii var. rosea is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Mammillaria, part of the Cactaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Mammillaria wildii var. rosea 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 wildii var. rosea 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 thrives in full sun and requires well-drained loam or sandy soil with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Suitable for sheltered, south, east, or north-facing aspects, it is ideal for patio and container planting in conservatories or greenhouses. The plant is hardy to UK zone H2 and is best grown in gritty soil, propagating easily by seed or offsets, with interest peaking in summer.
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 wildii var. rosea 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 wildii var. rosea
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Mammillaria wildii var. rosea?
Mammillaria wildii var. rosea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Mammillaria wildii var. rosea need?
Mammillaria wildii var. rosea grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Mammillaria wildii var. rosea hardy in the UK?
Mammillaria wildii var. rosea 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 wildii var. rosea?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Mammillaria genus
- Mammillaria albicans subsp. fraileana
- Mammillaria duwei
- Mammillaria felipensis
- Mammillaria karwinskiana
- Mammillaria pectinifera
- Mammillaria pseudoperbella
- Mammillaria rhodantha
- Mammillaria sanchez-mejoradae
