Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
nivosa
ID:
1287763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Link ex Pfeiff.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Diagn. Cact.: 11. 1837.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287101

Common Names

  • Nivosa Mammillaria
  • Mammillaria nivosa
  • Nivosa Cactus

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Description

Mammillaria nivosa (also called Snowy Pincushion Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a globose cactus with a cylindrical stem that can grow up to 10 centimeters tall. The stem is covered with spines, and the flowers are white. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mammillaria nivosa is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mammillaria nivosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The fruits are yellow and contain many small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have round-shaped bodies.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mammillaria nivosa can be propagated through offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water when the soil is dry, and fertilize in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Mammillaria nivosa

Mammillaria nivosa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Tamaulipas.

Mammillaria nivosa FAQ

What are the common names of Mammillaria nivosa?

Mammillaria nivosa is commonly known as the Snow Cactus or the Snow Pincushion Cactus.

What is the growth rate of Mammillaria nivosa?

Mammillaria nivosa has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal temperature for Mammillaria nivosa?

Mammillaria nivosa prefers temperatures between 50-90°F (10-32°C).

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Ludwig Karl Georg Pfeiffer (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfeiff.' in the authors string.