Mammillaria sonorensis


Botanical Information

FamilyCactaceae
GenusMammillaria
Speciessonorensis
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginSonora, Mexico.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height15 cm
Spread20 cm
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

PropagationFrom woody stem cuttings or seed.
CultivationAverage watering needs, is drought tolerant and grows well in areas of full to partial sun exposure.
Notable SpecimensDesert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America.
Flower Description20 mm in diameter blooms that are deep pink with darker midveins.
Fruit Description12 mm long and club shaped.

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