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Mammillaria spinosissima - Red Headed Irishman
Full sun to part shade
Drought tolerant
Well drained gritty soil
Partly frost tolerant (see notes)
$5.95 - $8.95
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Mammillaria spinosissima, commonly known as the 'Red Headed Irishman' due to the spines at the top of the plant becoming a rust colour. A cylindrical cactus with a dark green stem hidden by masses of spines. It blooms in spring with a ring of deep pink flowers around the top of the stem.
As with all cacti, M. spinosissima likes a very bright position, with some relief from afternoon sun. Plant in a very well drained cactus mix and water only when dry.Synonyms
Red-headed Irishman, Irish red-head
Cactus spinosissimus, Neomammillaria spinosissimaPlant height To 30cm Plant width Clusters to 20cm Habit Solitary or clustering Growth Cycle Perennial Foliage Dark green stem with masses of light coloured spines Flower A ring of deep pink around the apex Flowering time Spring to summer Toxicity Non toxic, but keep away from children and pets.