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Mammillaria bocasana v. multilanata
Also Known As
- Powder Puff Cactus
- Snowball Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Mammillaria bocasana v. multilanata plant details
Mammillaria bocasana v. multilanata is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mammillaria bocasana v. multilanata
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mammillaria bocasana v. multilanata
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Mammillaria bocasana v. multilanata
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Water Needs
- occasional
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Season
- summer
Flower Color
- pink
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 9"-15"
- sun - bright shade
- drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3"-6"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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