Mammillaria albilanata

White-spotted Mammillaria

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Small globular cactus with distinctive white woolly tubercles. Native to Mexico, producing delicate pink flowers in spring. Ideal for arid indoor collections.
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Plant Details

Common Name White-spotted Mammillaria
Family Cactaceae
Genus Mammillaria
Species Albilanata
Origin Mexico
Blooming Spring, small tubular pink flowers
Leaf Color Green with white woolly spines
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Specialized cactus mix with high perlite and pumice content for rapid drainage

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Watering

Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce significantly during winter dormancy to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for compact growth; provide afternoon shade in extreme heat to prevent scorching

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during active growing season (Spring/Summer) only

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Pruning

Remove dead flowers and damaged spines gently with tweezers; avoid cutting fleshy tissue

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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May
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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