Mammillaria bocasana 'The Freak' is an extraordinary mutated cultivar that stands out with its unpredictable and intriguing growth patterns, making each plant a one-of-a-kind. Unlike the typical globular form of Mammillaria bocasana, 'The Freak' exhibits irregular formations, clusters of tubercles, and woolly areoles that create a unique appearance.
Care Tips
Light: Provide your 'The Freak' with bright, indirect light. While it can tolerate some direct sunlight, intense afternoon sun can cause sunburn.
Water: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water moderately during the growing season (spring and summer) and reduce watering in autumn and winter.
Humidity: This cactus prefers average household humidity levels and does not require any special humidity considerations.
Temperature: Maintain a temperature range of 18-24°C (64-75°F) for optimal growth. Protect from frost during winter.
Fertiliser: Feed your 'The Freak' with a balanced cactus fertiliser once a month during the growing season.
Potting: Use a well-draining cactus and succulent potting mix. Repot every 2-3 years in spring, choosing a slightly larger container each time.
Propagation: Propagate through offsets or pups that occasionally form at the base of the plant. Allow the offsets to dry and callus before planting in well-draining soil.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) 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.
Please note that we operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page.
