Mammillaria hahniana, more commonly known as old lady cactus. It is a very globular cacti with spherical stems. It has very white hairs and a circle-like crown of bright magenta flower, which causes a beautiful contrast in colors. This is a perfect ornamental plant for any use.
Recommended temperature zone: USDA: 9b-11
Frost tolerance: Hardy to 20°F (-6°C)
Minimum avg. temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Sun exposure: Light shade
Origin: Mexico (Guanajuato)
Watering needs: Water sparingly, needs good drainage
Propagation: Seeds
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Mature Size
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Early summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria hahniaia |
| Common Name | Old lady cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Purplish red flowers. |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Spherical |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Mature Size | (15 Cm) |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 5° C |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Early summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria hahniaia |
| Common Name | Old lady cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Purplish red flowers. |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Spherical |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Mature Size | (15 Cm) |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 5° C |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Mammillaria hahniana, more commonly known as old lady cactus. It is a very globular cacti with spherical stems. It has very white hairs and a circle-like crown of bright magenta flower, which causes a beautiful contrast in colors. This is a perfect ornamental plant for any use.
Recommended temperature zone: USDA: 9b-11
Frost tolerance: Hardy to 20°F (-6°C)
Minimum avg. temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Sun exposure: Light shade
Origin: Mexico (Guanajuato)
Watering needs: Water sparingly, needs good drainage
Propagation: Seeds
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Mature Size
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Early summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria hahniaia |
| Common Name | Old lady cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Purplish red flowers. |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Spherical |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Mature Size | (15 Cm) |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 5° C |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Early summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mammillaria hahniaia |
| Common Name | Old lady cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Purplish red flowers. |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Growth Habit | Spherical |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Mature Size | (15 Cm) |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Resistance | 5° C |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |