Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ large mature specimen cactus in pot, showing dense clustered growth.
Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ large mature specimen cactus in pot, showing dense clustered growth.
Top view of Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ showing sculptural, irregular form with green and purple tones.
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Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ – Large Mature Specimen (One Only)

$149.00
$149.00
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Low Stock - 1 available

Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ is one of the most distinctive and sought-after crested or monstrous forms of the species. This unusual cultivar produces dense, irregular clusters of rounded, lumpy growths that vary in shape and colour — from soft green to purplish tones — often with small, fuzzy areoles scattered across the surface. 100mm Sq Pot.

This particular plant is a large, mature specimen, far larger and more developed than typically offered. Its sculptural form has taken many years to reach this size, with a beautifully compact mass of contorted tubercles and well-balanced colour. A true collector’s piece, and **one of a kind** at this level of maturity.

‘Fred’ is highly prized for its unpredictable growth pattern — each plant develops its own unique structure. Grown best in a bright, airy position with infrequent watering. Ideal for serious succulent and cactus collectors.

Key Characteristics

  • Botanical name: Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’
  • Common name: Fred Cactus, Monstrous Mammillaria
  • Growth form: Monstrous / crested type, irregularly clustered and compact
  • Colour: Green with purple tones under stress
  • Spines: Sparse, soft white to pinkish hairs on mature growth
  • Rarity: Extremely rare in this size and age – one only

Growing Conditions

  • Light: Bright filtered light to full sun (avoid scorching in summer)
  • Water: Water sparingly – allow soil to dry fully between waterings
  • Temperature: Prefers warmth; protect from frost
  • Soil: Very free-draining cactus mix
  • Fertiliser: Use a low-nitrogen cactus feed during the growing season

Notes

This is a one-off mature specimen — the exact plant shown is the one you will receive. Supplied in the pot shown.

Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information

Dispatch & Shipping Information

ALL STATES (including WA, NT, TAS): We now offer a universal, streamlined schedule with two dispatches per week for all regions. This schedule includes all necessary biosecurity treatment and processing for plants sent interstate.

  • Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
  • Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST.

Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.

Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:

  • $20 fee applies to WA orders.
  • $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.

This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout. It covers the mandatory biosecurity treatments (ICA-29, PS-27, ICA-62) required for interstate compliance.

Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our Help Centre (Contact Page).

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Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ large mature specimen cactus in pot, showing dense clustered growth.
Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ – Large Mature Specimen (One Only)

Size: 100mm Pot

Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ large mature specimen cactus in pot, showing dense clustered growth.
Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ large mature specimen cactus in pot, showing dense clustered growth.
Top view of Mammillaria bocasana ‘Fred’ showing sculptural, irregular form with green and purple tones.

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