Description
Mammillaria prolifera is a low-growing cactus that forms a dense colony of dark green stems. The tubercles on the stems have areoles with white or yellow, hair-like radial spines. The white or yellow to reddish needle-like central spines have dark tips. The small, bright red, club-shaped juicy edible fruit tastes mildly sweet.
Family: Cactaceae | Genus: |
Common Name(s): Texas Nipple Cactus, Little Candles, Silver Cluster Cactus, Strawberry Cactus | Mature Size: 15 - 30 cm in diameter clump (Individual stems 3 - 7 cm in diameter) |
Origin: Texas (USA), Mexico, Cuba & Hispaniola | Dormancy: |
Flower Colours: Creamy-white or yellow | Bloom Season: Spring - Summer |
Sun Exposure: Bright, indirect sunlight | Watering: “Soak and dry” method (Make sure soil is dry) Dry during Winter |
Temperatures: 20 - 30 °C | Min: 10°C | Toxic: No |
