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Mammillaria spinosissima subsp. cristata
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Brain cactusCactus or succulent, House plant, EvergreenFamily: Cactaceae
- Height: 20cmSpread: 30cm
Foliage colour:
Green
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Soil
Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Mammillaria is a genus of spiny cacti native to the desert regions of Central America, particularly Mexico. Plants usually form clusters of spherical or columnar stems, and bear funnel-shaped flowers.
Mammillaria spinosissima bears bright pink flowers and spines. The central spines are a reddish-brown or yellow. Mammillaria spinosissima cristata is an unusual form, its wave-like, undulating stems give it its common name: brain cactus.
For best results grow Mammillaria spinosissima cristata in cactus compost in containers in full sun. Water from mid-spring to summer only, and feed once a month with a special cactus fertiliser. Best grown as a houseplant, it may be moved to a sunny, sheltered patio for summer.
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Mammillaria ‘Spinosissima’ and wildlife
Mammillaria ‘Spinosissima’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Mammillaria ‘Spinosissima’ poisonous?
Mammillaria ‘Spinosissima’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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