Mammillaria spinosissima
Scientific Name: Mammillaria spinosissima Lem.
Synonym: Cactus spinosissimus, Mammillaria auricoma, Mammillaria centraliplumosa, Mammillaria flava, Mammillaria gasterantha, Mammillaria haasii, Mammillaria heermannii var. flavicans , Mammillaria kladiwae, Mammillaria machucae, Mammillaria virginis, Neomammillaria spinosissima
Family: Cactaceae
Sunset®: 13-24, 29, 30
USDA: 10
Frost Tolerance: Semi-tender in Phoenix, keep above 26°F (-3°C)
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Origin: Morelos and Guerrero states, Mexico
Growth Habits: Columnar, clumping, up to 12 inches tall (30 cm), 4 inches in diameter (10 cm)
Watering Needs: Regular water in summer
Propagation: Seeds, offsets
The Mammillaria spinosissima has very attractive copper colored spines that turn paler as they age. Its qualities and ease of cultivation justify that it is an old favorite.
Blooming Habits:
The flowers are red.
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