Mammillaria hahniana Cacti patio pots

patio pots

with each stem having segmented tubercles and spines

fleshy leaves store moisture

commonly referred to as the Miniature Barrel Cactus or Needle-Spine Cactus

it’s incredibly drought-tolerant and thrives in Aussie gardens with minimal fuss

Mammillaria hahniana Cacti patio potsMammillaria hahniana, the old lady cactus, is a pretty species of flowering cacti, native to central Mexico. The solitary spherical stems, up to 12 cm in diameter, are covered in white down and white spines. Reddish purple flowers are borne in spring and summer, sometimes forming a complete ring around the apex of the plant It can grow to 25 cm high and 50 cm wide. Like all cacti it must be kept dry in winter, and fed and watered during the active