Mammillaria theresaeCutak
Cochemiea theresae , Mammillaria saboaevar.theresae
Family : CactaceaeSubfamily : CactoideaeTribe : CacteaeSubtribe : CactinaeGenus : Mammillaria
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Mammillaria theresaeis native toMexico . It go on on limestone outcrops in the Corneto Pass in Durango .
Mammillaria theresae(nowCochemiea theresae ) is a charming smallcactuswith subspherical to cylindrical , usually solitary or meagerly clustered base covered with short , white to yellowish - white backbone . The shank are dark-green with a red or Battle of Magenta chromaticity . They can produce up to 2 in ( 5 cm ) improbable and 1.2 column inch ( 3 curium ) in diameter .
The flowers are funnel - shaped , pink with pale xanthous stigmas , and can reach up to 2 inches ( 5 centimeter ) in length and 1.4 inches ( 3.5 cm ) in diameter . They appear mainly in fountain but also sporadically throughout summertime . This species has cryptocarpic yield , mean yield and seed are produced and retained inside the stems . They are club - determine and can measure up to 0.4 inches ( 1 cm ) long .
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USDA hardiness zones10a to 11b : from 30 ° F ( -1.1 ° C ) to 50 ° F ( 10 ° C ) .
To boost better efflorescence , allow the plant to enjoy a chill period in the winter and suspendwatering . Unlike many other cacti , which employ their ribs as depot devices , Mammillariafeatures raised eminence , from which acantha emerge . When you water , the tubercles expand to allow for increased water depot . The flowers come out from these tubercles ' axils on the previous year ’s growth , which accounts for their interesting anchor ring outcome . The cactus must n’t be exposed to prolonged dampness and endure water . Never allow your cactus sit in a dish of water . Lastly , see tofertilizeduring the acquire season for the good issue .
Repot as needed , rather during the warm season . To repotMammillaria , ensure thesoilis ironic before repotting , then lightly remove the pot . strike hard away the one-time soil from the roots , take away any decayed or dead roots . Treat any cutting off with a fungicide . set the plant in its fresh can and backfill it with pot soil , spread the roots as you repot . Leave the works dry for a week or so , then water lightly to reduce the risk of root rot .
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