Mammillaria marksiana

Also Known As

Neomammillaria marksiana
Cabeza de Viejo

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2"-6"
W: 2"-5"

planting zones

9b-11

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Mammillaria marksiana plant details

Mammillaria marksiana is a cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mammillaria marksiana

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 2 IN - 5 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mammillaria marksiana

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"Cabeza de Viejo" - Quite rare in habitat. Flowers are bright greenish-yellow and about 15 cm in diameter. Quite easy to grow with good drainage.

By: Kara Nursery

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By: Kara Nursery

By: Kara Nursery

By: Kara Nursery

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Gardening facts about Mammillaria marksiana plant

How to Grow Mammillaria marksiana

Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green

Landscape groups by tags

family: Cactaceae

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