Mammillaria mystax [large]

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Mammillaria mystax (Martius): A solitary, globose cactus that grows extensively throughout central Mexico. It has pyramidal tubercles from which grow starbursts of small white spines. At maturity it can reach about 6.0" tall and 4.0" wide. It blooms in summer with a ring of fuchsia flowers that crown the top of the stem. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.0" 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.

Full Cactus Guide.

Product Size

3.0" Pot

Color - Primary

Green / Lime

Color - Secondary

Yellow / Gold

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom

Cold Hardiness

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Maximum Height

6"-8"

Growth Habit / Shape

Clumping / Mounding

Seasonality

Blooms in Summer

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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