Mammillaria bombycina (Silken Pincushion Cactus)

The Mammillaria bombycina is native to central Mexico. It is a compact globular cactus that can reach up to 20cm tall and 5cm in diameter. It has many tubercles that are arranged in neat spirals giving it a symmetrical appearance. Between the tubercles there is a covering of white hairs, white radical spines and brown centrals spines  The top of each column will produce a ring of bright red/magenta flowers.

RATING- Easy

LOVES- Well draining, porous soil. Lots of bright light.

HATES- Water-logged soil.

Pot diameter 5.5cm, 8.5cm

More information and care recommendations are below.