Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata
Mammillaria aureilanata

Mammillaria aureilanata belongs to the Cactaceae family and is found mostly in the lower parts of Tezontle hill in Mexico, which is its native habitat. The winter-dormant plant exists fast growth. It has a solitary stem and exhibits a globular appearance. The stem grows to a height of about 7.5 cm to 10cm. Beginning winter to early spring, this cactus bears bell-shaped creamy-pink flowers. Mammillaria aureilanata is a frost-hardy cactus but requires direct and strong sunlight for proper growth. It can tolerate partial shade too.

Growth Rate
Mammillaria aureilanata is a fast-growing cactus.

Flowering
Between winter and early spring, the cactus bears bell-shaped creamy-pink flowers.

Watering
Like all other cacti species, this plant too should be watered sufficiently during summer, the growing season. Avoid over-watering. Keep the plant dry during the dormant season. Fertilizing is fine during the hot season.

Soil
The soil for Mammillaria aureilanata should be well-draining and be of porous material. The container, if kept indoors, should have good depth.

Hardiness
The hardiness zone for Mammillaria aureilanata is 10a to 11. It is frost-hardy.

Light
The plant prefers direct strong sun to partial shade.

Propagation
The best way to propagate the plant is from seeds. Sow the seeds after the frost season is over.

The Mammillaria aureilanata is best used for xeriscaping adding fun and unicity to your garden.

Bloom Season Winter early spring
Botanical Name Mammillaria aureilanata
Common Name Pincushion cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Creamy pink
Genus Mammillaria
Growth Habit Solitary
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 10 11 (USDA)
Mature Size 3 in. tall, 4 in. wide
Native Area Mexico
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistance, deer resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type cactus potting soil
Special Features Globular cactus, easy to maintain
Sun Exposure Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats
Watering Needs Low
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Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Winter early spring
Botanical Name Mammillaria aureilanata
Common Name Pincushion cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Creamy pink
Genus Mammillaria
Growth Habit Solitary
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 10 11 (USDA)
Mature Size 3 in. tall, 4 in. wide
Native Area Mexico
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistance, deer resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type cactus potting soil
Special Features Globular cactus, easy to maintain
Sun Exposure Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats
Watering Needs Low

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Mammillaria aureilanata

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Mammillaria aureilanata belongs to the Cactaceae family and is found mostly in the lower parts of Tezontle hill in Mexico, which is its native habitat. The winter-dormant plant exists fast growth. It has a solitary stem and exhibits a globular appearance. The stem grows to a height of about 7.5 cm to 10cm. Beginning winter to early spring, this cactus bears bell-shaped creamy-pink flowers. Mammillaria aureilanata is a frost-hardy cactus but requires direct and strong sunlight for proper growth. It can tolerate partial shade too.

Growth Rate
Mammillaria aureilanata is a fast-growing cactus.

Flowering
Between winter and early spring, the cactus bears bell-shaped creamy-pink flowers.

Watering
Like all other cacti species, this plant too should be watered sufficiently during summer, the growing season. Avoid over-watering. Keep the plant dry during the dormant season. Fertilizing is fine during the hot season.

Soil
The soil for Mammillaria aureilanata should be well-draining and be of porous material. The container, if kept indoors, should have good depth.

Hardiness
The hardiness zone for Mammillaria aureilanata is 10a to 11. It is frost-hardy.

Light
The plant prefers direct strong sun to partial shade.

Propagation
The best way to propagate the plant is from seeds. Sow the seeds after the frost season is over.

The Mammillaria aureilanata is best used for xeriscaping adding fun and unicity to your garden.

Bloom Season Winter early spring
Botanical Name Mammillaria aureilanata
Common Name Pincushion cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Creamy pink
Genus Mammillaria
Growth Habit Solitary
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 10 11 (USDA)
Mature Size 3 in. tall, 4 in. wide
Native Area Mexico
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistance, deer resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type cactus potting soil
Special Features Globular cactus, easy to maintain
Sun Exposure Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats
Watering Needs Low

Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Winter early spring
Botanical Name Mammillaria aureilanata
Common Name Pincushion cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Creamy pink
Genus Mammillaria
Growth Habit Solitary
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 10 11 (USDA)
Mature Size 3 in. tall, 4 in. wide
Native Area Mexico
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistance, deer resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type cactus potting soil
Special Features Globular cactus, easy to maintain
Sun Exposure Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for humans, friendly to dogs, friendly to cats
Watering Needs Low

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