Mammillaria magnimamma 25 Seeds - Mexican Pincushion Cactus

Mammillaria magnimamma, commonly called the Mexican pincushion cactus, is a globus clustering cactus plant belonging to the Cactaceae family. M. magnimamma is native to central Mexico where it is found growing in dry rocky soils.This species is known for its protruding tubercles and longer spines. Mammillaria magnimamma is a medium sized cactus that typically grows up to 10 inches in height and 4 to 5 inches in diameter. The stem of the plant is green to blue-green and covered in long gray spines. M. magnimamma blooms in mid spring with creamy yellow to pale red flowers that emerge near the apex of the plant. Each flower measures no more than a half inch in diameter. M. magnimamma is grown as an ornamental plant for its unique stem and showy flowers. Mammillaria magnimamma grows best in full sun to partial shade while sitting in well-draining soils. Water the plant adequately during summer and keep dry during winter as it is prone to rot. It is a drought-tolerant species and can tolera