Mammillaria decipiens (Mammillaria decipiens)
Mammillaria decipiens is a small, clustering cactus native to Mexico, forming dense mounds of globular stems covered in hooked spines.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light.
Watering
Water when soil is dry, less in winter.
Soil
Requires well-draining cactus or succulent mix, with good aeration.
Temperature
Warm temperatures during growth, cooler during dormancy.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light.
Protect from intense direct sun.
Water when soil is dry, less in winter.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Requires well-draining cactus or succulent mix, with good aeration.
Warm temperatures during growth, cooler during dormancy.
Ideal: 18-25°C; Dormant: 10-15°C
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed during growing season.
Use diluted cactus fertilizer monthly in spring/summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
5-10 cm
Spread
15-30 cm
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Type
Absent
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyCactaceae
- genusMammillaria
- speciesMammillaria decipiens
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.