https://youtu.be/hjR_yjhAlVY Mammillaria Bombycina, commonly known as silken pincushion, is a perennial member of the Cactaceae family. It has spherical or columnar stems with visible tubercles and usually grows in clusters. It is covered with glassy white radial spines and longer brown central spines. This plant produces pink tunnel-shaped flowers and white berries. Datasheet Common NameSilken Pincushion Botanical nameMammillaria Bombycina FamilyCactaceae Life CyclePerennialFoliage -Basic Colourpink - whiteHeight50 - 90 cmHabitatGrasslands, rocky lands Altitude1900 - 2600 mBloom TimeMay -> JulyPlant TypeCactus, Succulent, Ornamental Fruit TypeBerrydifferent tolerancesHardyUsed PartsWhole plantPlant UsesOrnamentalActive substancesNo active substances knownUSDA Zone9 (-7), 10 (-1), 11 (+4)Sun ExposureSunSoil pHNeutralSoil MoistureDrySoil Type Stony, Sandy, Peaty Propagationby seeds / by sowing, by Cuttings, Self sowsGerminationtell usPests/ DiseasesAphids, red spider Open Next Page To See More Photos. Mammillaria Bombycina Mammillaria Bombycina Mammillaria Bombycina
