Mammillaria wildii cristata orange and protection from excessive moisture

and protection from excessive moisture

these devil's backbone plant is hardy in USDA zones 10-11

Frost tolerance: Hardy to 10°F (-12°C)

tolerating temperatures as low as 20°F for short periods

It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures

Mammillaria wildii cristata orange and protection from excessive moistureMammillaria wildii cristata This is a nice crested plant particularly appreciated by collector for its free blooming habit. It can form large tangled, brain like mounds in few years. Its qualities and ease of cultivation justify its being an old favorite. It is sometime seen as a grafted plant but grows very well on its own roots too. Exposure: They need a good amount of light shade to full sun this help to keep the plants healthy, although slow