Mammillaria polythele

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Mammillaria polythele (Martius): A tall (or sprawling) cylindrical cactus with prominent bumps or "tubercles". It has a dark green stem and the tubercles are surrounded by woolly white hair. Pink to purple flowers bloom from between the tubercles in a ring atop the stem. It is native to Mexico where it can reach 24.0" tall and 6.0" in diameter. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.25" 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

Color - Primary

Green / Lime

Color - Secondary

White

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom

Cold Hardiness

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Product Format

3.5" Pot

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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