Mamillopsis senilis
Also Known As
- Snowball Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
planting zones
- 10a-11
Mamillopsis senilis plant details
Mamillopsis senilis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Mamillopsis senilis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: compact, container plant, houseplant, rock garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Mamillopsis senilis
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Very ornamental cactus species that looks like a cotton ball with small, sharp, hooked white spines and many white radials. The large red flowers are very showy too. Compact and drought tolerant. Perfect for indoor/outdoor patio containers. USDA hardiness zone 10.
By: Cistus Nursery
Gardening facts about Mamillopsis senilis plant
How to Grow Mamillopsis senilis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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