Mammillaria pringlei (Lemon Ball Cactus)

The Mammillaria pringlei is native to Mexico. It is a cylindrical cactus that can reach up to 20cm in diameter. It has many tubercles covering its surface giving it a pin cushion appearance. This particular mammillaria has golden spines and a green body and combined with its cylindrical shape gives this cacti its common name 'Lemon ball cactus'. Spines have a dual function they are a defence against herbivores but also provide shade to cactus. The top of each column will produce a ring of bright red/purple flowers.

RATING- Easy

LOVES- Well draining, porous soil. Lots of bright light.

HATES- Water-logged soil.

Pot diameter 12cm

More information and care recommendations are below.