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Basic Info
Mammillaria Tetrancistra is also known as ‘Common Fishhook Cactus’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to 25 cm (10″) tall and around 7.5 cm (3″) in diamter. When the plant finally produces flowers expect them to be from pink to lavender.
Scientific Classification
Family: Cactaceae
Subfamily: Cacteae
Tribe: Cactinae
Genus: Mammillaria
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Mammillaria Tetrancistra ‘Common Fishhook Cactus’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Common Fishhook Cactus 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 Tetrancistra ‘Common Fishhook Cactus’
This succulent type is quite unique to look at an should have a home in every succulent lovers garden.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 25 cm (10″) tall
- Grows up to 7,5 cm (3″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9b-11b -3.9 °C (25 F)
- Best propagated by seeds
- Flowers are pink to lavender
Where to Plant
Mammillaria Tetrancistra ‘Common Fishhook Cacatus’ 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 10a which is around -3.9 °C (25 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Common Fishhook Cactus in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Mammillaria Tetrancistra ‘Common Fishhook Cactus’
The Common Fishhook Cactus can be propagated by seeds. 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 Tetrancistra ‘Common Fishhook Cactus’ 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
The Common Fishhook Cactus is native to the Mojave, and Sonoran Desert located in the Northern parts of Mexico and the southwestern parts of the United States
