Mammillaria laui ssp. subducta

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Mammillaria laui ssp. subducta (Hunt): A small, globose cactus with creamy white spines and areoles. The spines contrast well with the forest green of the stem. In the spring, a ring of pink blooms emerges at the top of this cactus. It is native to Mexico where it stays under 2.5" tall and 1.8" wide. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.5" pot.

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. Keep dry in winter.

Full Cactus Guide

Product Size

3.5" Pot

Current Primary Color

Yellow / Gold

All Seasonal Colors

Green

Bloom Color

Pink 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

Growth Habit / Shape

Low Growing / Creeping

Special Characteristic

Showy Blooms

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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