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Mammillaria winterae (Mammillaria winterae)

Mammillaria winterae is a small, globular cactus native to Mexico, known for its dense covering of white spines and delicate pinkish-white flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with diluted cactus fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth.

Cooler temperatures in winter promote dormancy.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season with diluted cactus fertilizer.

Do not fertilize in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-10 cm

Spread

10-15 cm

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Type

Fleshy

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

80000

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Synonyms
Neomammillaria winterae (Boed.) Y.Itô
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyCactaceae
  • genusMammillaria
  • speciesMammillaria winterae
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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