| Common Name | Herrera's Mammillaria |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Species | Herrerae |
| Origin | Mexico |
| Blooming | Pink to red tubular flowers in spring/summer, sometimes winter in warm climates |
| Leaf Color | Gray-green stems with white woolly spines |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Cactus mix with high grit content, pumice or perlite for maximum drainage
Water thoroughly then allow soil to dry completely; reduce drastically during winter dormancy
Requires full sun exposure for compact growth and flowering; tolerate partial shade in peak heat
Apply diluted cactus-specific fertilizer monthly during active growing season (spring-summer)
Remove dead flower heads or rotting sections with sterile tools
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