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Mammillaria Microthele Superfina 5.5cm H15cm

Mammillaria Microthele Superfina 5.5cm H15cm

£6.00 GBP
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Meet 'Superfina'—the "snowball" of the Chihuahuan Desert. With her tiny, globular body covered in a dense, white woolly coating and fine white spines, she looks like a miniature piece of frosted art. She’s a delicate, geometric beauty that brings a clean, wintery "pop" to any bright collection!

  • The Formal Name: Mammillaria microthele 'Superfina'
  • The Nickname: Superfina Pincushion Cactus
  • Roots: Native to the limestone hills of Coahuila and Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
  • Natural Vibe: Blending into rocky outcrops and limestone gravel in the high desert.

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: She loves bright, indirect to direct light. Plenty of light keeps her white "wool" thick and dense.
  • Best Room: A bright office desk or a sunny shelf near a window.
  • Snacks: A very weak cactus fertiliser once in the spring.
  • Tropical Feels: Hates humidity. She needs dry air and excellent drainage to stay healthy.
  • Cosy Factor: Happy between 10–27°C. She can handle cool nights if kept completely dry.
  • Thirst: Extremely low thirst. Let the soil dry out 100% before watering. In winter, stop watering almost entirely.
  • Safety First: Non-toxic – perfectly safe for curious cats and dogs.
  • The Bedding: Needs a very mineral-rich, gritty soil—think 70% pumice or gravel.
  • Family Tree: Most often propagated by seed or by careful division of established clumps.
  • Space Needs: A dwarf variety, reaching only 3–6 cm in diameter.
  • Speed: Very slow-growing; she is a patient companion that stays compact for years.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for mealybugs hiding in the woolly crevices.
  • Moving Day: Rarely needs repotting; she enjoys a snug, rocky home.
  • Haircut: No pruning needed! She maintains her snowball shape naturally.
  • Fresh Air: A tiny air purifier that adds a touch of the wild desert to your space.
  • Plant Lore: "Microthele" means "small nipple," referring to the tiny tubercles that make up her body!
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