| Common Name | Feathery Cactus |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Species | Plumosa |
| Origin | Mexico |
| Blooming | Pink/Magenta flowers in spring, rarely indoors. |
| Leaf Color | Green with white feathery spines |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Cactus mix with high drainage, perlite and coarse sand essential.
Water sparingly; allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.
Full sun exposure is ideal. Bright indirect light acceptable indoors but may elongate growth.
Diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during growing season (spring/summer).
Remove dead flowers or damaged spines carefully with tweezers.
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