Also known as Arizona Snowcap · Thimble Cactus
Mammillaria Vetula (Mammillaria gracilis) is a clumping cactus with slender, cylindrical stems covered in dense white spines, producing small pinkish flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect light.
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sunlight, but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce watering in fall and winter.
Cactus mix
50% intensity
Average room temperatures are ideal.
50% intensity
Tolerates temperatures between 18-24°C. Can withstand cooler temperatures in winter for dormancy.
Feed during the growing season.
50% intensity
Use a diluted cactus or succulent fertilizer monthly.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. During the growing season (spring and summer), water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
Reduce watering significantly in autumn and winter, providing only enough to prevent complete desiccation.
Pruning is generally not required for Mammillaria gracilis. Remove any dead or dried-out leaves or flower stalks as needed to maintain tidiness. If the plant becomes too leggy, it can be propagated by removing offsets.
Easily propagated from offsets (pups) that form around the base of the mother plant. Gently twist or cut off the offsets, allow the cut surface to callus over for a few days, and then plant in well-draining cactus soil.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant has outgrown its container. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one, ensuring it has drainage holes.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Mammillaria |
| Species | Mammillaria gracilis |
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