Cacti -Pincushion Cactus Mystax

Mammillaria mystax, commonly known as the Pincushion Cactus, is a charming, compact cactus native to Mexico. It forms a rounded to slightly cylindrical shape covered in neat rows of tubercles (small bumps), each tipped with clusters of fine white radial spines and a few longer central spines. In spring, it produces a lovely crown of pink to magenta funnel-shaped flowers that encircle the top of the plant, adding a splash of vibrant colour to its prickly charm.

Special Features:

• Small, tidy, rounded growth habit – perfect for pots.

• Showy ring of pink flowers in spring.

• Highly drought-tolerant and easy to grow.

• Great for collectors of miniature or flowering cacti.

• Can be grown indoors in a sunny position or outdoors in a cactus garden.

Care Tips:

• Light: Full sun to bright, indirect light; indoors, place in the brightest spot possible.

• Water: Water sparingly; allow soil to dry completely before watering again. Reduce watering in winter.

• Soil: Use a well-draining cactus mix.

• Temperature: Prefers warmth; protect from frost.

• Fertiliser: Feed with a diluted cactus fertiliser during the active growing season (spring–summer).

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 100mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.

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