Mammillaria elongata

Lady's Fingers Cactus

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Compact clumping cactus with golden-yellow spines, native to Mexico. Ideal for sunny indoor spots; produces small white or pink flowers in spring.
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Plant Details

Common Name Lady's Fingers Cactus
Family Cactaceae
Genus Mammillaria
Species Elongata
Origin Mexico
Blooming Small white or pink tubular flowers in spring/summer.
Leaf Color Green stems with yellow spines
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus soil mix with high perlite or sand content (1:2 ratio)

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Watering

Soak and dry method; water only when completely dry, reduce significantly during winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

High exposure required; direct sun preferred but acclimate to avoid scorching in peak summer

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Fertilization

Balanced liquid fertilizer diluted 50% once per month during spring/summer growth period

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Pruning

Remove dead or damaged segments using sterilized tools and thick gloves due to spines

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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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% 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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