Mammillaria Confusa
Family
Cactaceae
Native
Native to Mexico
Description
Mammillaria Confusa is a small geophyte cactus, with a heavy tap root that may exceed the size of the plant. Stems are solitary flattened globose, blue-green, up to 5 cm high and also in diameter. Spines are about 12-16, thin, bristle-like radial red spines, slightly pubescent with darker tips, up to 6 mm long. White wool can be seen growing on the top part of the plant body. It is very slow growing, a plant for patient growers.
Flowers are white with pinkish midveins, bloom happens in early summers.
Environment
Mammillaria prefers bright light and ample airflow. Outside it likes full sun or afternoon shade, inside it needs bright light, and some direct sun. It requires excellent drainage provided by porous cactus soil. Repotting may be done every 2-3 years.
Water the soil abundantly when it is dry to the touch. Allow soil to drain thoroughly before watering again. Do not water much in the winter. Allow the soil mix to become nearly dry between waterings, but then water thoroughly. Suspend watering in the winter, but mist occasionally.
During the growing season, fertilize with a cacti fertilizer mix.
Landscape Uses
It is used as an ornamental, It is an excellent plant for container growing. It always looks good and stays small.
