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Mammillaria columbiana

Also Known As

  • Mammillaria chiapensis
  • Mammillaria hennisii
  • Mammillaria soehlemannii
  • Mammillaria tamayonis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 10"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Mammillaria columbiana plant details

Mammillaria columbiana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer magenta and pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and low 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 columbiana

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mammillaria columbiana

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Usually solitary, some clumps; to 10"h.; woolly between short central spines

Gardening facts about Mammillaria columbiana plant

How to Grow Mammillaria columbiana

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • magenta
  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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