Mammillaria microhelia

Microhelia Cactus

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Compact globular cactus with dense white spines and pink-red flowers, native to arid Mexican regions. Ideal for bright indoor spots.
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Plant Details

Common Name Microhelia Cactus
Family Cactaceae
Genus Mammillaria
Species Microhelia
Origin Mexico
Blooming Spring, small pink or red flowers around the crown
Leaf Color Grey-green stem with white/grey spines
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix with high perlite/pumice content, excellent drainage essential to prevent root rot

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Watering

Water sparingly only when soil is completely dry. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy. Avoid wetting spines.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright direct sunlight for at least 4-6 hours daily to maintain compact form and encourage blooming

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer once a month during active growing season (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Remove dead or rotten parts with sterile tools immediately. Do not trim healthy 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 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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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)
3000 – 25000
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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