Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata'

Also Known As

Mammillaria elongata cristata
Brain Cactus
Silver Brain Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"
W: 6"-9"

planting zones

10a-11

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Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata' plant details

Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with mostly sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Morning Sun to Light Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio).

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Mammillaria elongata cristata also known as brain or silver brain cactus. A fantastic coiled and wavy crest growing in time into a large and tight symmetrical compound globe. Fine brown spines, silvery at crest over the fresh green body. Resembles a brain.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Gardening facts about Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata' plant

How to Grow Mammillaria elongata 'Cristata'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Water Needs
- low
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy

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