Mammillaria gracilis fragilis - Thimble Cactus [fragile]

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Thimble Cactus (now Mammillaria vetula ssp. gracilis) (Hunt): Small pincushion cactus densely covered with white spines. It grows in prolific clusters that, if given space, can spread into a mounded mat. The stem segments fall off easily but readily re-root. It is native to Mexico and produces miniature, pale cream to pink blooms.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

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Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

White

All Seasonal Colors

Green

Bloom Color

Yellow Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

Under 3"

Growth Habit / Shape

Clumping / Mounding

Special Characteristic

Easy to Propagate

Special Characteristic

Showy Blooms

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower

USDA Zone map for average annual extreme minimum temperatures

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

WHAT IS MY HARDINESS ZONE?

0

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