Mammillaria spinosissima
TAXONOMY
FamilyCactaceae
GenusMammillaria
Zone9
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Mammillaria spinosissima, commonly known as the Spiny Pincushion Cactus, is a member of the Cactaceae family and is native to central Mexico. It thrives in desert or dry shrubland climates and is characterized by its dense spines and small, pink to red flowers. This succulent subshrub is well-adapted to arid conditions and has a dormancy period during the cooler months.
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Mammillaria amabilis
Mammillaria atrosanguinea
Mammillaria aurorea
Mammillaria caesia
Mammillaria castaneoides
Mammillaria coronaria
Mammillaria coronaria var. beneckei
Mammillaria coronaria var. nigra
Mammillaria coronata
Mammillaria eximia
Mammillaria flava
Mammillaria gasterantha
Mammillaria haynii
Mammillaria heinei
Mammillaria hepatica
Mammillaria herrmannii
Mammillaria herrmannii var. flavicans
Mammillaria isabellina
Mammillaria linkeana
Mammillaria mirabilis
Mammillaria neocoronaria
Mammillaria polyacantha
Mammillaria polyactina
Mammillaria polycantha
Mammillaria polycentra
Mammillaria pomacea
Mammillaria poselgeriana
Mammillaria pretiosa
Mammillaria pretiosa var. cristata
Mammillaria pruinosa
Mammillaria pulcherrima
Mammillaria purpurascens
Mammillaria sanguinea
Mammillaria seegeri
Mammillaria seegeri var. gracilispina
Mammillaria seegeri var. mirabilis
Mammillaria seegeri var. pruinosa
Mammillaria spinosissima f. auricoma
Mammillaria spinosissima f. brunnea
Mammillaria spinosissima f. eximia
Mammillaria spinosissima f. flavida
Mammillaria spinosissima f. isabellina
Mammillaria spinosissima f. rubens
Mammillaria spinosissima f. typica
Mammillaria spinosissima var. auricoma
Mammillaria spinosissima var. aurorea
Mammillaria spinosissima var. brunnea
Mammillaria spinosissima var. castaneoides
Mammillaria spinosissima var. eximia
Mammillaria spinosissima var. flavida
Mammillaria spinosissima var. genuina
Mammillaria spinosissima var. haseloffii
Mammillaria spinosissima var. hepatica
Mammillaria spinosissima var. herrmannii
Mammillaria spinosissima var. isabellina
Mammillaria spinosissima var. linkeana
Mammillaria spinosissima var. mirabilis
Mammillaria spinosissima var. pretiosa
Mammillaria spinosissima var. pruinosa
Mammillaria spinosissima var. pulcherrima
Mammillaria spinosissima var. rubens
Mammillaria spinosissima var. sanguinea
Mammillaria spinosissima var. seegeri
Mammillaria spinosissima var. vulpina
Mammillaria tomentosa var. flava
Mammillaria uhdeana
Mammillaria umbrina
Mammillaria virginis
Mammillaria vulpina
Neomammillaria neocoronaria
Neomammillaria polycentra
Neomammillaria polycentra var. auricoma
Neomammillaria polycentra var. aurorea
Neomammillaria polycentra var. brunnea
Neomammillaria polycentra var. flavida
Neomammillaria polycentra var. isabellina
Neomammillaria polycentra var. pretiosa
Neomammillaria polycentra var. rubens
Neomammillaria spinosissima
Neomammillaria umbrina
OVERVIEW
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WaterVery Dry
SoilSandy
LightDirect Bright (8 Hours)
Temperature25° C
Humidity30%
Dormancy3 Months
pH6.5
Pressure1,013 mbar
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Care Instructions
To care for Mammillaria spinosissima, provide it with plenty of bright, direct sunlight and maintain moderate temperatures. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. This cactus prefers low humidity and can tolerate dry indoor environments. It is a low-maintenance plant that is well-suited for both indoor and outdoor growth.Soil
Mammillaria spinosissima prefers well-draining soil, such as a sandy or cactus mix. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot. Avoid using heavy or clay soils, as they retain too much moisture. A mix of sand, perlite, and a small amount of organic matter works well.Fertilizer
Fertilize Mammillaria spinosissima sparingly, using a balanced cactus fertilizer with a nutrient composition of 5-10-10. Apply fertilizer during the growing season, typically in the spring and summer, and reduce or stop feeding during the dormancy period in the cooler months.Repotting
Repot Mammillaria spinosissima every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its current pot. Choose a slightly larger pot with good drainage. Handle the cactus carefully to avoid damaging the spines, and use fresh, well-draining soil. Repotting is best done in the spring.Propagation
Propagate Mammillaria spinosissima through offsets or seeds. Offsets can be gently removed from the parent plant and allowed to callous over before planting in well-draining soil. Seeds can be sown in a sandy mix and kept warm and lightly moist until germination.Pruning
Pruning is generally not required for Mammillaria spinosissima. However, you can remove any dead or damaged parts to maintain the plant's appearance. Use clean, sharp tools to avoid introducing infections.Toxicity
Mammillaria spinosissima is not known to be toxic to pets or humans. However, the spines can cause physical injury if handled carelessly. It is advisable to keep the plant out of reach of children and pets to prevent accidental injury.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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