Welcome to the fascinating world of cacti! If you're looking for a striking and unique addition to your plant collection, look no further than the Mammillaria fraileana a vibrant member of the Mammillaria genus. This little cactus is a true gem in the botanical world.
This adorable cactus can reach up to 6 inches tall and 2 inches wide, making it a showstopper in any space. When matures, it grows as solitary mammillaria cactus, later it forms clusters of offsets that create a delightful spectacle. This mammillaria plant produces light-pink flowers that bloom in the summer.
Its stem is cylindrical in shape with grey-green tubercles that can magically change to reddish green when basking under the full sun. It has radial spines with long slender needles gleaming in whitish to yellowish hues. Three to four central spines join the party too; dark brown and beautifully hooked like nature's own artwork.
Hailing from Mexico, this mammillaria beauty needs a specialized cactus potting mix, with minimal watering. It can thrive outdoors in USDA zones 9-11. This cactus will not tolerate hard frost but it can be brought in to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light if there is a risk of freezing temperatures.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria fraileana |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Light pink |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 6 in. tall, 2 in. wide |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Plant Type | Cactus |
| Propagation | By cuttings, seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting mix |
| Special Features | Easy to grow |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe to dogs(Keep it away from Children) |
| Watering Needs | Low |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria fraileana |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Light pink |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 6 in. tall, 2 in. wide |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Plant Type | Cactus |
| Propagation | By cuttings, seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting mix |
| Special Features | Easy to grow |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe to dogs(Keep it away from Children) |
| Watering Needs | Low |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Welcome to the fascinating world of cacti! If you're looking for a striking and unique addition to your plant collection, look no further than the Mammillaria fraileana a vibrant member of the Mammillaria genus. This little cactus is a true gem in the botanical world.
This adorable cactus can reach up to 6 inches tall and 2 inches wide, making it a showstopper in any space. When matures, it grows as solitary mammillaria cactus, later it forms clusters of offsets that create a delightful spectacle. This mammillaria plant produces light-pink flowers that bloom in the summer.
Its stem is cylindrical in shape with grey-green tubercles that can magically change to reddish green when basking under the full sun. It has radial spines with long slender needles gleaming in whitish to yellowish hues. Three to four central spines join the party too; dark brown and beautifully hooked like nature's own artwork.
Hailing from Mexico, this mammillaria beauty needs a specialized cactus potting mix, with minimal watering. It can thrive outdoors in USDA zones 9-11. This cactus will not tolerate hard frost but it can be brought in to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light if there is a risk of freezing temperatures.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria fraileana |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Light pink |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 6 in. tall, 2 in. wide |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Plant Type | Cactus |
| Propagation | By cuttings, seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting mix |
| Special Features | Easy to grow |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe to dogs(Keep it away from Children) |
| Watering Needs | Low |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria fraileana |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Light pink |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | Up to 6 in. tall, 2 in. wide |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Plant Type | Cactus |
| Propagation | By cuttings, seeds |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, heat resistant, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting mix |
| Special Features | Easy to grow |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe to dogs(Keep it away from Children) |
| Watering Needs | Low |
