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Mammillaria hernandezii
Also Known As
- Bartschella hernandezii
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 1"
- W: 1"-2"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Mammillaria hernandezii plant details
Mammillaria hernandezii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and white foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mammillaria hernandezii
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae, pyramidellidae
- Foliage: evergreen green and white
- Mature size: 1 IN - 2 IN - wide, 1 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, miniature, rock garden, solitary, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mammillaria hernandezii
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Kara Nursery
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Gardening facts about Mammillaria hernandezii plant
How to Grow Mammillaria hernandezii
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 9"-15"
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - low
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 5"-7"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 3"-16"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 2"-15"
Width: 4"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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