Mammillaria montensis
Michael's Opinion
This is an unresolved plant name.
Botanical Information
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Species | montensis |
| Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Northwestern Mexico. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9b - 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 15 cm |
Description and Growing Information
| Landscape | Works well in a desert environment as a container or rock garden plant. |
| Propagation | Propagate by seed. |
| Cultivation | This plant has low watering needs and prefers a well-drained soil. It grows well in partially shaded areas. |
| Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America. |
| Habitat | Rocky and dry areas of Mexico. |
| Flower Description | Red to purple coloured flowers. |
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