Mammillaria pennispinosa


Scientific Name: Mammillaria pennispinosa Krainz ex Shurly
Synonym: Phellosperma pennispinosa
Family: Cactaceae
(Mammillaria pennispinosa)
Mammillaria pennispinosa at Miles 2 Go
Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9b-11

Sun Exposure: Light shade

Origin: Mexico (Coahuila and Durango), where it is rare.

Growth Habits: Slowly clumping globular cactus, 2 inches in diameter (5 cm)

Propagation: Seeds

The name pennispinosa comes from the Latin for 'feathered spines'.

Blooming Habits:
The Mammillaria pennispinosa has 0.7 inches (2 cm) white flowers in late winter.


 

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