Mammillaria

ammillaria collinsii features white flowers with pink mid-veins, a central spine, and 7 radial spines. Stems grow to 16 cm tall and 9 cm wide, branching from the base to form clumps up to 40 cm in diameter.

The Mammillaria hahniana f. elongata is distinguished by its stem, which over time develops a short columnar shape. The plant, covered in long white bristles, is strikingly beautiful.

Mammillaria variaculeata is a clumping cactus forking dichotomously. It has rather uninteresting short spines when young, before making a fierce and very showy mature dark brown spination. However the species comprises plants with variable spine length.

A rounded body with long, soft tubercles and slender cream-coloured spines. The real highlight is the enormous flowers, glowing in an intense yellow and creating a striking visual contrast.

Charming cultivar bearing four to six stout, very short radial spines shaded orange. Bright-yellow juvenile spines add great ornamental value, and its flawless geometry places it among the wonders of cacti.

It thrives alongside Ferocactus echidne REP1139A and Mammillaria priessnitzii REP1134 in its natural environment.

Mammillaria nejapensis is very variable, especially for the length of the spines, that greatly depends on sun exposure and age of the plant. This species forms large colonies by dichotomous division.

A flattened globular cactus reaching 4 cm in height and 8 cm in diameter, bearing central spines ranging from yellow-amber to reddish-brown and vivid carmine-red blooms.

Mammillaria bombycina v. flavispina is a selected form that differs from the standard Mammillaria bombycina for its evenly creamy-yellow or yellow hooked central spines, (tips never dark reddish-brown).

Self-fertile plant. Produces flowers in succession over a long period. The red, edible berries are produced in abundance without the need for fertilization. Easy to grow.

Native exclusively to San Pedro Nolasco Island in the Gulf of California (Sonora, Mexico), Mammillaria tayloriorum (Mammillaria tayloriana) shares its habitat with Mammillaria multidigitata, Echinocereus websterianus, and the towering Pachycereus pringlei

The variety ruberrima is a particularly distinctive form of the species Mammillaria rhodantha . The term "ruberrima" comes from Latin and means "very red" or "ruby-colored," which perfectly describes this variety's defining trait.

Mammillaria rhodantha is a shortly columnar cactus that characteristically divide dichotomously with age forming large clumps. The spines are the more variable of the trait. The dark form has vivid dark reddish-brown central spines.

Globose stems with a depressed apex, so densely covered in short spines and woolly axils that the surface is nearly invisible. Small flowers form a crown around the top, in shades from carmine to purplish-pink.

Stem, tuberous at the base, globose to ovoid in shape. Spines are fine, bristle-like and pubescent—yellowish below, white mid-length, brown or amber at the tips. A genuine winter bloomer, producing greenish-white flowers even when very young.

Symmetric round cactus with short, hard spines. Small purple flowers form a ring around the stem apex.

‘Horrida’ is a striking form distinguished by formidable, more robust spines than the typical species. Its low habit and rapid growth make it highly ornamental , and over time it develops into a majestic hemispheric cushion. Flowers are pink-purple.

Mammillaria woodsii, white stem with small tubercles, each adorned with white radial spines and brown-black centrals, set in thick wool. Flowers form a reddish-purple crown in spring and summer. Beautiful!

A miniature version of 'ARIZONA SNOWCAP', this dwarf form retains the iconic snowy-white elegant spines, yet stays especially small and tightly clustered.

Mammillaria camptotricha (Dolichothele camptotricha) - Flat clusters of small stems with elongated tubercles and slender, twisted spines that envelop the body (hence "Bird’s Nest Cactus").

Mammilloydia candida called 'Snowball' is a choice cactus with a so dense snowy white, spination, that its body appears hidden by spines. Mammilloydia are clearly related to the genus Mammillaria, but it is usually recognized as a segregate genera.

A very pretty Mammillaria with long, pale amber to reddish central spines and pink flowers arranged in a ring around the stem apex.

Mammillaria carnea is a rather robust cactus species. The plant typically has 4-sided angular tubercles with yellow, woolly axils and only 4 reddish radial spines. It will reward the skilled growers with ring of fine flesh-pink flowers circling the crown.

Mammillaria camptotricha (Dolichothele camptotricha) - Flat clusters of small stems with elongated tubercles and slender, twisted spines that envelop the body (hence "Bird’s Nest Cactus"). This variety has spines in dull cream to brown tones. 

Charming variegated form with yellow-cream tubercle bases. The variegation peaks under filtered light, while harsh sun encourages reversion to green. A fascinating dance between color and light exposure.

Mammillaria conspicua, can be distinguished from the other forms of the Mammillaria haageana complex because it is often solitary and has larger stems up to 10-11 cm in diameter. Each head is surrounded by a full ring of magenta pink star-like flowers.

Mammillaria cerralboa is a cylindrical cactus with many yellow-brown spines, white areoles, pretty pink flowers with dark pink stigma lobes.

A miniature Mammillaria that rapidly develops tight clusters of many small, ivory-spined stems. It produces abundant yellow flowers and, without requiring pollination, sets edible red berries thanks to its self-fertile nature.

Mammillaria oteroi clusters freely and the offsets detach readily. It has some of the roundest fruits among mammillarias. The fruits are globose, 7-8 mm long, bright red. Flowers are pale yellowish green with muddy cerise midstripe.

A curated mix of crested Mammillaria featuring diverse species, shapes, and spine hues. Every plant is distinctive, and the assortment changes gradually with the arrival of new crested specimens.

Hooked central spines all twisted counterclockwise create a distinctive spiral pattern. The real showstopper? Exceptionally large flowers in deep pink-magenta that dazzle against the spiny armor. Truly one of nature's most remarkable creations!

Pretty with long twisted yellow spines, magnificent!

The long, thin, twisted spines give the plant a soft and highly ornamental appearance. This distinctive spine morphology sets it apart from other variants of the species, making it especially valued among collectors.

Mix of Mammillarias, featuring various species, hybrids, and seed-grown cultivars. Each plant is one-of-a-kind, with unique shapes, spination, and flower colors.

Graceful Mammillaria distinguished by long pale-yellow spines arranged along its body.

Mammillaria polyedra is a low growing cactus, solitary at first, later branching to form colonies or cushions. Flower pink or reddish.

Selected form of Mammillaria magnifica with very long yellow spines and pink flowers; a strikingly beautiful species.

Areoles with dense white wool, axils with very dense white wool and numerous long white bristles. Spines heavy orange-yellow to reddish. Seldom seen in cultivation. Very nice.

Mammillaria chionocephala is an attractive globose pincushion cactus with white to rose-red flowers, in a circle near the summit.

A diminutive crested Mammillaria bearing short, straw-colored spines. Its stems become wavy and contorted, producing a distinctive brain-shaped appearance.

Distinguished by its long, spiraling cream spines, Mammillaria camptotricha f. nidus forms a dense, bird’s-nest-like tangle at the plant’s top—setting it apart from other variants.

A distinctive and highly attractive cultivar with little to no spines. Elongated tubercles are topped with brilliant white wool, contrasting beautifully with vivid deep pink flowers. Looks like a fluffy, elegant plush toy.

A tiny cactus resembling a golf ball, densely covered in appressed white spines. Its flowers are remarkably large for a Mammillaria—vivid pink-purple and highly showy.

Mammillaria perezdelarosae ssp. andersoniana is a marvellous tiny cactus distinguishable from the standard species for its smaller size, slower growth and straight central spines (not hooked). It is believed to be one of the most beautiful Mammillaria.

Soft whitish spines, rather big yellow flowers, lemon scented! Grows toghether with Pilosocereus palmeri, Mammillaria candida, Echinocereus blanckii and Ritterocereus pruinosus.

Don’t miss this one! A petite cactus with snow-white radials and hooked mahogany-colored central spines. When in bloom, it dazzles with pink flowers. The ultimate treasure for rare plant collectors.

Light green, waxy stem up to 30 cm tall and 5–6 cm wide. Features short pyramidal tubercles, 8–12 yellowish-white radial spines with brown tips, and 1–3 straight central spines. Produces purplish-red, funnel-shaped flowers near the apex.

Mammillaria schiedeana var. plumosa is a white spined form with soft, woolly interwoven spination. Stem flattened, soft-fleshed with a thick root. Flowers cream-coloured followed by red fruits in late summer.

The long, entwining ivory spines form a mat through which the small bell-shaped greenish-white flowers arrive from spring to late autumn.