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Mammillaria schiedeana
Also Known As
- Cactus schiedeana
- Ebnerella schiedeana
- Neomammillaria schiedeana
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4"-5"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 10b-12
Mammillaria schiedeana plant details
Mammillaria schiedeana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mammillaria schiedeana
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 5 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mammillaria schiedeana
- USDA Zones: 10b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Kara Nursery
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Gardening facts about Mammillaria schiedeana plant
How to Grow Mammillaria schiedeana
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 12"-15"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 9"-12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 2"-12"
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 9"-15"
- sun - bright shade
- drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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