Description:
Mammillaria spinosissima ssp. pilcayensis is a compact cactus native to Mexico, with finer and whiter/yellower spines compared to its relatives. It produces rings of intense red flowers in summer and has solitary, columnar stems up to 20 inches long. The plant prefers bright light with some direct sun and is frost-tender, requiring temperatures above 40°F.
Sources:
- [1] Mammillaria pilcayensis cristata: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [2] Mammillaria Pilcayensis: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [3] Mammillaria pilcayensis cristata: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [4] Mammillaria Pilcayensis: Planet Desert. Visit Source
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Last Updated June 30, 2025
| Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Desert | Mammillaria pilcayensis cristata ( 4" Pot) |
No
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$17.50 |
| Planet Desert | Mammillaria Pilcayensis ( 6" Pot) |
No
|
$19.60 |
| Planet Desert | Mammillaria Pilcayensis ( 4" Pot) |
Yes
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$11.47 |