Longmamma Nipple Cactus (Mammillaria sphaerica)
Mammillaria sphaerica, the Longmamma Nipple Cactus, is a small, globular cactus native to Mexico, known for its prolific white flowers and clustering habit.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce 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 the growing season and cooler during dormancy.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season with diluted cactus fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Can tolerate some morning sun.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Water thoroughly when dry.
Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. A gritty, sandy composition is ideal to prevent waterlogging.
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season and cooler during dormancy.
Ideal: 18-24°C, Dormant: 10-15°C
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed during the growing season with diluted cactus fertilizer.
Avoid fertilizing in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Type
Absent
Flower Size
0.8-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyCactaceae
- genusMammillaria
- speciesMammillaria sphaerica
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.