Genus of about 150 species of perennial cacti, from spherical to cylindrical or columnar, of semi-desert regions, mainly of Mexico, but also of the southern United States, West Indies, Central America, Colombia and Venezuela. Mammillaria is a plant belonging to the cactaceae family, it has a cylindrical stem and has a columnar shape, does not grow in height and has suckers that form a cactaceous ''cushion''. The suckers come off extremely easily and root just as quickly. They have bristly spines along the entire stem with longer spines at the apex. The color of the thorns is reddish brown and they have a hooked shape. They produce pink, waxy-looking flowers that are very ornamental.
Pedoclimatic needs
Grow in well-drained soil not too rich in organic substance and good limestone content. Sunny exposure. In winter it resists down to -4°/-6°C as long as it is kept dry. It can be grown in the ground in Mediterranean gardens, where temperatures do not fall below freezing. In colder climates it can be grown in pots, placed outdoors during spring and summer and sheltered during autumn and winter. Being a small species with limited development, it is ideal for growing in pots on terraces and balconies. In areas with a mild climate, it can also be grown in small pockets of soil in rock gardens or dry stone walls.
NB: you will receive the plants in a container without a pot. If you need to understand how to best decant your sockets, watch the video inthis link, or choose pots and soil from thePots and Soils collection .
