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Basic Info
Mammillari Boscasana is also known as ‘Powder Puff Cactus”. As the plant matures you can expect it to produce a green looking stem covered by small brown spines and fine hairs. When it finally produce flowers expect them to be small, white, pink, yellow and red flowers depending on the cultivator grown.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Mammillaria
Care and Propagation Information
How To Water Mammillari Boscasana
Mammillaria Boscasana can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Mammillaria Boscasana healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Mammillaria Boscasana
This succulent type is one of our favorites so far. When it blooms, you can expect to enjoy white, pink, yellow, and red flowers. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 7-15 cm (3-5″) tall
- Grows up to 7- 10 cm (3-4″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9b-11b -3.9C (25°F)
- Best propagated by offsets
Where to Plant
Mammillaria Boscasana succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 9b-11b which is around -3.9°C (25°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Powder Puff Cactus in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Mammillaria Boscasana
Mammillaria Boscasana can be propagated by seeds or offsets. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Mammillaria Boscasana From Offsets
Powder Puff Cactus propagates from offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you might wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Mammillaria Boscasana Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Mammillaria Boscasana is also known as ‘Powder Puff Cactus’ is known to be native to Central Mexico.
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